Route 8 over RTE 42 & Naugatuck River

Fair Condition45 years old47,700 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew Haven
LocationRTE 8 Near Exit 23
CarriesRoute 8
CrossesRTE 42 & Naugatuck River
Coordinates41.43014, -73.06687

Condition Ratings

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

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length437.0 ft (133.2 m)
Max Span155.8 ft (47.5 m)
Deck Width103.0 ft (31.4 m)
Deck Area4182.5 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1981

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic47,700 (2021)
Truck Traffic8%
Lanes On Bridge4
Lanes Under Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection523
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number04383

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