Nichols Road over Mad River

Fair Condition91 years old3,340 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew Haven
Location0.6 Mi E Of Route 69
CarriesNichols Road
CrossesMad River
Coordinates41.57886, -72.98451

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical3 — Scour critical

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length26.9 ft (8.2 m)
Max Span23.0 ft (7 m)
Deck Width24.0 ft (7.3 m)
Deck Area59.9 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1935 (reconstructed 1986)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic3,340 (2023)
Truck Traffic5%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection623
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerTown/Township Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number05481

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