White Oak Shade RD over Route 15
FairFairfield County, Connecticut · Over Route 15 · Structure no. 00713
- Built
- 1938
- 87 years old, rebuilt 1991
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Frame
- Concrete
- Length
- 82 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,900
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
White Oak Shade RD over Route 15 is a concrete frame carrying White Oak Shade RD over Route 15 in Fairfield County, Connecticut. It was built in 1938 and reconstructed in 1991, so it is 87 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 5 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 2,900 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,309 by 2040. The structure is 82 ft (24.9 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was White Oak Shade RD over Route 15 built?
It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1991.
What condition is White Oak Shade RD 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 White Oak Shade RD over Route 15 carry?
About 2,900 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is White Oak Shade RD over Route 15?
The structure is 82 ft (24.9 m) long with a longest span of 68 ft (20.8 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns White Oak Shade RD over Route 15?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.