Route 8 Northbound over Freight Street

Fair Condition60 years old12,550 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew Haven
Location0.2 Mile North Of I-84 WB
CarriesRoute 8 Northbound
CrossesFreight Street
Coordinates41.55266, -73.05301

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Scour CriticalNot applicable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length138.1 ft (42.1 m)
Max Span69.9 ft (21.3 m)
Deck Width43.6 ft (13.3 m)
Deck Area559.9 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1966 (reconstructed 1989)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic12,550 (2018)
Truck Traffic6%
Lanes On Bridge2
Lanes Under Bridge4

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection423
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number03198

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