Guinea Road over Route 15
FairFairfield County, Connecticut · 1.4 MI S of Route 104 · Structure no. 00700
- Built
- 1937
- 88 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 80 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,479
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Guinea Road over Route 15 is a concrete arch - deck carrying Guinea Road over Route 15 in Fairfield County, Connecticut. It was built in 1937, so it is 88 years old, older than the Connecticut average of 56.7 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 1,479 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,198 by 2044. The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Guinea Road over Route 15 built?
It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025.
What condition is Guinea Road over Route 15 in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.
How much traffic does Guinea Road over Route 15 carry?
About 1,479 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Guinea Road over Route 15?
The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns Guinea Road over Route 15?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.