Route 15 over Cricker Brook
FairPosted for loadFairfield County, Connecticut · 210 Ft N of Route 58 · Structure no. 00741
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 29 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 59,220
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 15 over Cricker Brook is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Route 15 over Cricker Brook in Fairfield County, Connecticut. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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. Its operating status is: posted for other load-capacity restriction.
It carries about 59,220 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 87,995 by 2039. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Route 15 over Cricker Brook built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.
What condition is Route 15 over Cricker Brook 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 2023.
How much traffic does Route 15 over Cricker Brook carry?
About 59,220 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Route 15 over Cricker Brook?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).
Who owns Route 15 over Cricker Brook?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.