Route 8 Southbound over North Washington Avenue
FairFairfield County, Connecticut · 1.7 MI N of I-95 · Structure no. 03555
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 57 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 44,200
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 8 Southbound over North Washington Avenue is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Route 8 Southbound over North Washington Avenue in Fairfield County, Connecticut. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, younger 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.
It carries about 44,200 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 65,677 by 2041. The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long and 72 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Route 8 Southbound over North Washington Avenue built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is Route 8 Southbound over North Washington Avenue 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Route 8 Southbound over North Washington Avenue carry?
About 44,200 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Route 8 Southbound over North Washington Avenue?
The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.9 m) and a deck 72 ft wide.
Who owns Route 8 Southbound over North Washington Avenue?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.