Route 8 Southbound over Metro North Railroad

Fair Condition60 years old25,800 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew Haven
Location.7 Mi N Of Naug./wtby Tl
CarriesRoute 8 Southbound
CrossesMetro North Railroad
Coordinates41.52429, -73.04437

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Scour CriticalNot applicable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length694.9 ft (211.8 m)
Max Span153.9 ft (46.9 m)
Deck Width43.6 ft (13.3 m)
Deck Area2816.9 sq m
Main Spans5
Year Built1966 (reconstructed 1995)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic25,800 (2021)
Truck Traffic6%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection423
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number03178

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