Wall Street over Norwalk River
FairFairfield County, Connecticut · 0.4 Mile South of Route 1 · Structure no. 04160
- Built
- 1922
- 103 years old, rebuilt 1956
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Masonry
- Length
- 60 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 7,180
- 2024 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Wall Street over Norwalk River is a masonry arch - deck carrying Wall Street over Norwalk River in Fairfield County, Connecticut. It was built in 1922 and reconstructed in 1956, so it is 103 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 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 7,180 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,669 by 2044. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 67 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Wall Street over Norwalk River built?
It was built in 1922, making it 103 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1956.
What condition is Wall Street over Norwalk 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Wall Street over Norwalk River carry?
About 7,180 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Wall Street over Norwalk River?
The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 67 ft wide.
Who owns Wall Street over Norwalk River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.