Falls Avenue over Steele Brook

Fair Condition86 years old4,300 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew Haven
Location200 North Of Route 73
CarriesFalls Avenue
CrossesSteele Brook
Coordinates41.58652, -73.07802

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignBox Beam - Multiple
Total Length43.0 ft (13.1 m)
Max Span41.0 ft (12.5 m)
Deck Width50.9 ft (15.5 m)
Deck Area203.1 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1940 (reconstructed 1987)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic4,300 (2020)
Truck Traffic2%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionOctober 2024
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCity/Municipal Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number05601

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