Route 8 Southbound over Laurel Hill Road

Fair Condition60 years old9,700 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyLitchfield
Location0.2 Mile South Of Exit 43
CarriesRoute 8 Southbound
CrossesLaurel Hill Road
Coordinates41.79816, -73.11303

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Scour CriticalNot applicable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length71.9 ft (21.9 m)
Max Span65.0 ft (19.8 m)
Deck Width45.6 ft (13.9 m)
Deck Area304.4 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1966

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic9,700 (2021)
Truck Traffic5%
Lanes On Bridge2
Lanes Under Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection224
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number01737B

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