US Bridges

Interstate 84 over Padanaram Brook

Fair

Fairfield County, Connecticut · 0.3 MI West of Route 37 · Structure no. 01189

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
126,900
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Interstate 84 over Padanaram Brook is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Interstate 84 over Padanaram Brook in Fairfield County, Connecticut. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 126,900 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 188,561 by 2038. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesInterstate 84
CrossesPadanaram Brook
Location0.3 MI West of Route 37
RouteInterstate 84
CountyFairfield County
StateConnecticut
Coordinates41.41171, -73.45121
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic126,900 (2018)
Projected traffic188,561 by 2038
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Interstate 84 over Padanaram Brook built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is Interstate 84 over Padanaram 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 Interstate 84 over Padanaram Brook carry?

About 126,900 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is Interstate 84 over Padanaram Brook?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Interstate 84 over Padanaram Brook?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.