Route 8 Southbound over Kennedy Drive

Fair Condition59 years old7,300 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyLitchfield
LocationAt Exit 45
CarriesRoute 8 Southbound
CrossesKennedy Drive
Coordinates41.83121, -73.10514

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
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 Width53.5 ft (16.3 m)
Deck Area790.5 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1967

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic7,300 (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 Number03602

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