Portland Avenue over Norwalk River

Fair Condition98 years old3,790 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyFairfield
LocationBranchville Station Lot
CarriesPortland Avenue
CrossesNorwalk River
Coordinates41.26552, -73.44079

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway5 (Fair)
Scour Critical3 — Scour critical

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length26.9 ft (8.2 m)
Max Span23.0 ft (7 m)
Deck Width30.2 ft (9.2 m)
Deck Area75.4 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1928

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic3,790 (2023)
Truck Traffic4%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection523
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerTown/Township Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number05510

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