Route 8 Southbound over Naugatuck River & Access

Fair Condition60 years old10,700 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyLitchfield
Location.64 Mi North Of US RTE 6
CarriesRoute 8 Southbound
CrossesNaugatuck River & Access
Coordinates41.68077, -73.06562

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length342.8 ft (104.5 m)
Max Span110.9 ft (33.8 m)
Deck Width43.6 ft (13.3 m)
Deck Area1389.8 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1966

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic10,700 (2021)
Truck Traffic5%
Lanes On Bridge2
Lanes Under Bridge1

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionDecember 2024
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number03356

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