Route 71 over Interstate-691

Fair Condition55 years old8,900 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew Haven
Location.5 Mi West Of Lewis AVE
CarriesRoute 71
CrossesInterstate-691
Coordinates41.55005, -72.81419

Condition Ratings

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

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length194.9 ft (59.4 m)
Max Span95.1 ft (29 m)
Deck Width49.5 ft (15.1 m)
Deck Area896.9 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1971

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic8,900 (2022)
Truck Traffic6%
Lanes On Bridge3
Lanes Under Bridge5

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection224
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number01966

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