Route 8 Northbound over Metro North & Naugtck Rv

Fair Condition45 years old24,800 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew Haven
LocationRTE 8 Exit 24
CarriesRoute 8 Northbound
CrossesMetro North & Naugtck Rv
Coordinates41.44392, -73.06676

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignBox Beam - Single/Spread
Total Length513.1 ft (156.4 m)
Max Span169.9 ft (51.8 m)
Deck Width49.9 ft (15.2 m)
Deck Area2377.3 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1981

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic24,800 (2021)
Truck Traffic6%
Lanes On Bridge2
Lanes Under Bridge3

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection523
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number04387

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