Newtown Turnpike over West Branch Saugatuck
FairFairfield County, Connecticut · 1 Mile North of Route 15 · Structure no. 04966
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Frame
- Concrete
- Length
- 42 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 950
- 2024 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
Newtown Turnpike over West Branch Saugatuck is a concrete frame carrying Newtown Turnpike over West Branch Saugatuck in Fairfield County, Connecticut. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 950 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,412 by 2044. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long and 40 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Newtown Turnpike over West Branch Saugatuck built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is Newtown Turnpike over West Branch Saugatuck 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 Newtown Turnpike over West Branch Saugatuck carry?
About 950 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Newtown Turnpike over West Branch Saugatuck?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns Newtown Turnpike over West Branch Saugatuck?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.