Route 70 over Quinnipiac River

Good Condition38 years old7,400 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew Haven
Location1 Mile West Of RTE 71 Jct
CarriesRoute 70
CrossesQuinnipiac River
Coordinates41.51815, -72.82587

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignBox Beam - Multiple
Total Length106.0 ft (32.3 m)
Max Span102.0 ft (31.1 m)
Deck Width53.5 ft (16.3 m)
Deck Area526.5 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1988

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic7,400 (2022)
Truck Traffic5%
Lanes On Bridge3

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection324
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceHistorical significance is not determined
Structure Number05625

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