Poverty Road over Pomperaug River

Fair Condition59 years old4,551 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew Haven
Location0.6 Mi West Int S.main ST
CarriesPoverty Road
CrossesPomperaug River
Coordinates41.48114, -73.22522

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length107.9 ft (32.9 m)
Max Span73.2 ft (22.3 m)
Deck Width19.4 ft (5.9 m)
Deck Area194.1 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1967 (reconstructed 1989)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic4,551 (2024)
Truck Traffic7%
Lanes On Bridge1

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection824
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerTown/Township Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number05029

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