Salem Road over East Br Eight Mile River

Poor Condition35 years old421 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew London
Location0.2 Mi N. Of Route 156
CarriesSalem Road
CrossesEast Br Eight Mile River
Coordinates41.42681, -72.33192

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure4 (Poor)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length40.0 ft (12.2 m)
Max Span34.1 ft (10.4 m)
Deck Width19.0 ft (5.8 m)
Deck Area70.8 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1991

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic421 (2024)
Truck Traffic7%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionOctober 2024
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerTown/Township Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number06039

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