Cheshire Street over Quinnipiac River

Fair Condition69 years old3,962 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew Haven
Location0.3 Mi N Of Route 70
CarriesCheshire Street
CrossesQuinnipiac River
Coordinates41.52916, -72.86336

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length77.1 ft (23.5 m)
Max Span71.9 ft (21.9 m)
Deck Width33.8 ft (10.3 m)
Deck Area242.1 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1957

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic3,962 (2023)
Truck Traffic4%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection523
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerTown/Township Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number03940

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