Velvet Street over Muddy River

Good Condition38 years old1,400 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew Haven
Location0.5 Mi. West Of RTE 17
CarriesVelvet Street
CrossesMuddy River
Coordinates41.36868, -72.84155

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck8 (Very Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignSlab
Total Length40.0 ft (12.2 m)
Max Span38.1 ft (11.6 m)
Deck Width38.1 ft (11.6 m)
Deck Area141.5 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1988

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic1,400 (2018)
Truck Traffic2%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection423
Inspection FrequencyEvery 48 months
OwnerTown/Township Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number05744

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