Buddington Road over Farmill River
FairFairfield County, Connecticut · 0.1 MI E of Huntington RD · Structure no. 05313
- Built
- 1981
- 44 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 64 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,265
- 2024 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Buddington Road over Farmill River is a concrete arch - deck carrying Buddington Road over Farmill River in Fairfield County, Connecticut. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 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 1,265 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,880 by 2044. The structure is 64 ft (19.5 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Buddington Road over Farmill River built?
It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.
What condition is Buddington Road over Farmill 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 Buddington Road over Farmill River carry?
About 1,265 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Buddington Road over Farmill River?
The structure is 64 ft (19.5 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns Buddington Road over Farmill River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.