U.S. Route 7 NB & over Route 123
FairFairfield County, Connecticut · 1.8 Mile North of I-95 · Structure no. 03573A
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old, rebuilt 1990
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 102 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 26,200
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. Route 7 NB & over Route 123 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying U.S. Route 7 NB & over Route 123 in Fairfield County, Connecticut. It was built in 1970 and reconstructed in 1990, 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 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 26,200 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 38,931 by 2040. The structure is 102 ft (31.2 m) long and 86 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was U.S. Route 7 NB & over Route 123 built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1990.
What condition is U.S. Route 7 NB & over Route 123 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does U.S. Route 7 NB & over Route 123 carry?
About 26,200 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is U.S. Route 7 NB & over Route 123?
The structure is 102 ft (31.2 m) long with a longest span of 96 ft (29.2 m) and a deck 86 ft wide.
Who owns U.S. Route 7 NB & over Route 123?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.