Route 8 over Prospect Street

Fair Condition58 years old101,700 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyFairfield
Location0.4 Mi N Of I-95
CarriesRoute 8
CrossesProspect Street
Coordinates41.17282, -73.19321

Condition Ratings

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

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length66.9 ft (20.4 m)
Max Span62.0 ft (18.9 m)
Deck Width112.9 ft (34.4 m)
Deck Area701.8 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1968

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic101,700 (2021)
Truck Traffic8%
Lanes On Bridge5
Lanes Under Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection424
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number03538

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