Route 8 Northbound over Fifth Street

Fair Condition61 years old25,300 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew Haven
Location0.9 Miles South Of I-84
CarriesRoute 8 Northbound
CrossesFifth Street
Coordinates41.54002, -73.04426

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Scour CriticalNot applicable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length94.2 ft (28.7 m)
Max Span89.9 ft (27.4 m)
Deck Width43.6 ft (13.3 m)
Deck Area381.7 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1965

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic25,300 (2021)
Truck Traffic6%
Lanes On Bridge2
Lanes Under Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection824
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number03183A

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