Route 8 Southbound over Pequonnock River & Trail

Fair Condition55 years old29,400 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyFairfield
Location1.8 Mi S Of Route 15
CarriesRoute 8 Southbound
CrossesPequonnock River & Trail
Coordinates41.22257, -73.17860

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length348.1 ft (106.1 m)
Max Span113.8 ft (34.7 m)
Deck Width53.5 ft (16.3 m)
Deck Area1729.4 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1971

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic29,400 (2021)
Truck Traffic9%
Lanes On Bridge2
Lanes Under Bridge1

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection224
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number03774

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