Route 162 over Oyster River

Fair Condition39 years old8,700 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew Haven
Location370 Ft W Of SR 705
CarriesRoute 162
CrossesOyster River
Coordinates41.23558, -72.98685

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete
DesignTee Beam
Total Length36.1 ft (11 m)
Max Span30.8 ft (9.4 m)
Deck Width42.7 ft (13 m)
Deck Area143 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1987

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic8,700 (2021)
Truck Traffic3%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection823
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number05751

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