Route 8 Southbound over Capitol Avenue

Good Condition54 years old44,900 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyFairfield
Location2.4 Mi N. Of I-95
CarriesRoute 8 Southbound
CrossesCapitol Avenue
Coordinates41.20072, -73.19350

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Scour CriticalNot applicable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length98.4 ft (30 m)
Max Span90.9 ft (27.7 m)
Deck Width71.5 ft (21.8 m)
Deck Area654 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1972 (reconstructed 2016)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic44,900 (2021)
Truck Traffic5%
Lanes On Bridge4
Lanes Under Bridge5

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionOctober 2024
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number03764

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