Route 8 Southbound over Catherine ST & RTE 8 SB

Fair Condition56 years old44,200 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyFairfield
Location1.3 Mi N Of I-95
CarriesRoute 8 Southbound
CrossesCatherine ST & RTE 8 SB
Coordinates41.18580, -73.19311

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Scour CriticalNot applicable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length427.2 ft (130.2 m)
Max Span108.9 ft (33.2 m)
Deck Width53.5 ft (16.3 m)
Deck Area2122.3 sq m
Main Spans4
Year Built1970 (reconstructed 1994)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic44,200 (2021)
Truck Traffic6%
Lanes On Bridge3
Lanes Under Bridge7

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection723
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number03547B

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