US Bridges

INTERSTATE-95 over Ash Creek

Good

Fairfield County, Connecticut · 1.7 MI South of Route 8 · Structure no. 01680

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
53 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
115,900
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

INTERSTATE-95 over Ash Creek is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying INTERSTATE-95 over Ash Creek in Fairfield County, Connecticut. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 years old, younger than the Connecticut average of 56.7 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 115,900 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 172,216 by 2040. The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesINTERSTATE-95
CrossesAsh Creek
Location1.7 MI South of Route 8
RouteInterstate 95
CountyFairfield County
StateConnecticut
Coordinates41.16829, -73.22312
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
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
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length53 ft (16.2 m)
Longest span13 ft (4.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic115,900 (2020)
Projected traffic172,216 by 2040
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure7
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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-95 over Ash Creek built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is INTERSTATE-95 over Ash Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in November 2023.

How much traffic does INTERSTATE-95 over Ash Creek carry?

About 115,900 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is INTERSTATE-95 over Ash Creek?

The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4.1 m).

Who owns INTERSTATE-95 over Ash Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.