Lafayette Square over Route 8

Fair Condition58 years old7,400 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyFairfield
Location0.9 Mi N Of I-95
CarriesLafayette Square
CrossesRoute 8
Coordinates41.18001, -73.19457

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Scour CriticalNot applicable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length236.5 ft (72.1 m)
Max Span115.2 ft (35.1 m)
Deck Width72.5 ft (22.1 m)
Deck Area1593.4 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1968

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic7,400 (2022)
Truck Traffic8%
Lanes On Bridge4
Lanes Under Bridge7

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection923
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number03544

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