Simpaug Turnpike over Saugatuck River

Fair Condition70 years old895 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyFairfield
LocationEast Of Railroad Station
CarriesSimpaug Turnpike
CrossesSaugatuck River
Coordinates41.32443, -73.43527

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialWood or Timber
DesignSlab
Total Length25.9 ft (7.9 m)
Max Span22.0 ft (6.7 m)
Deck Width22.3 ft (6.8 m)
Deck Area53.7 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1956 (reconstructed 1992)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic895 (2023)
Truck Traffic7%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionOctober 2023
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerTown/Township Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number05022

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