Route 8 Southbound over Nichols Drive

Fair Condition61 years old25,800 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew Haven
Location1.1 Mile South Of Exit 30
CarriesRoute 8 Southbound
CrossesNichols Drive
Coordinates41.53053, -73.04461

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Scour CriticalNot applicable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length169.0 ft (51.5 m)
Max Span61.0 ft (18.6 m)
Deck Width54.8 ft (16.7 m)
Deck Area860.0 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1965 (reconstructed 1995)

Traffic

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

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection624
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number03180

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