Route 8 Southbound over Route 8 SB Ramp 126

Fair Condition58 years old36,800 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyFairfield
LocationRoute 8 SB Exit No 2
CarriesRoute 8 Southbound
CrossesRoute 8 SB Ramp 126
Coordinates41.17841, -73.19521

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Scour CriticalNot applicable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length90.9 ft (27.7 m)
Max Span83.0 ft (25.3 m)
Deck Width47.6 ft (14.5 m)
Deck Area401.6 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1968

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic36,800 (2021)
Truck Traffic5%
Lanes On Bridge2
Lanes Under Bridge1

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection223
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number03542B

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