South Main Street over Beacon Falls Canal

Fair Condition106 years old7,800 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew Haven
Location0.3 Mile No. Of Route 42
CarriesSouth Main Street
CrossesBeacon Falls Canal
Coordinates41.44158, -73.06151

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete
DesignArch - Deck
Total Length33.1 ft (10.1 m)
Max Span33.1 ft (10.1 m)
Deck Area156.6 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1920 (reconstructed 1949)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic7,800 (2021)
Truck Traffic3%
Lanes On Bridge3

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionOctober 2023
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerTown/Township Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number03001

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