Route 8 Northbound over Route 4 (east Elm St.)

Fair Condition62 years old6,500 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyLitchfield
LocationAt Exit 44
CarriesRoute 8 Northbound
CrossesRoute 4 (east Elm St.)
Coordinates41.80745, -73.11341

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Scour CriticalNot applicable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length85.6 ft (26.1 m)
Max Span80.1 ft (24.4 m)
Deck Width43.6 ft (13.3 m)
Deck Area347.1 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1964

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic6,500 (2021)
Truck Traffic6%
Lanes On Bridge2
Lanes Under Bridge3

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionOctober 2023
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number01740A

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