Route 15 over Five Mile River
FairPosted for loadFairfield County, Connecticut · 1 Mile South of RTE 123 · Structure no. 02144
- Built
- 1937
- 88 years old, rebuilt 1975
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 41 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 68,300
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 15 over Five Mile River is a concrete culvert carrying Route 15 over Five Mile River in Fairfield County, Connecticut. It was built in 1937 and reconstructed in 1975, 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. Its operating status is: posted for other load-capacity restriction.
It carries about 68,300 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 101,487 by 2042. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 Five Mile River built?
It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1975.
What condition is Route 15 over Five Mile River 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does Route 15 over Five Mile River carry?
About 68,300 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Route 15 over Five Mile River?
The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns Route 15 over Five Mile River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.