Route 8 Southbound over SR 700 Fairfield Av
GoodFairfield County, Connecticut · 0.7 MI N of I-95 · Structure no. 03541B
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 85 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 41,600
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 8 Southbound over SR 700 Fairfield Av is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Route 8 Southbound over SR 700 Fairfield Av in Fairfield County, Connecticut. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 years old, older 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 41,600 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 61,813 by 2038. The structure is 85 ft (25.9 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Route 8 Southbound over SR 700 Fairfield Av built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is Route 8 Southbound over SR 700 Fairfield Av 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 March 2022.
How much traffic does Route 8 Southbound over SR 700 Fairfield Av carry?
About 41,600 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Route 8 Southbound over SR 700 Fairfield Av?
The structure is 85 ft (25.9 m) long with a longest span of 78 ft (23.8 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.
Who owns Route 8 Southbound over SR 700 Fairfield Av?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.