Route 8 Northbound over Kennedy Drive

Fair Condition59 years old13,700 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyLitchfield
LocationAt Exit 45
CarriesRoute 8 Northbound
CrossesKennedy Drive
Coordinates41.83083, -73.10485

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Scour CriticalNot applicable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length159.1 ft (48.5 m)
Max Span69.9 ft (21.3 m)
Deck Width47.6 ft (14.5 m)
Deck Area703.2 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1967

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic13,700 (2021)
Truck Traffic5%
Lanes On Bridge3
Lanes Under Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionOctober 2024
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number03601

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