US Bridges

SR 734 (daniels Fa over Pequonnock River

Good

Fairfield County, Connecticut · 375 Ft N of Route 127 · Structure no. 06017

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
9,400
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 734 (daniels Fa over Pequonnock River is a concrete culvert carrying SR 734 (daniels Fa over Pequonnock River in Fairfield County, Connecticut. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger than the Connecticut average of 56.7 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 9,400 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,967 by 2042. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 66 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 734 (daniels Fa
CrossesPequonnock River
Location375 Ft N of Route 127
RouteState Highway 734
CountyFairfield County
StateConnecticut
Coordinates41.24688, -73.19718
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating47 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckOther
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width66 ft (20 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,400 (2022)
Projected traffic13,967 by 2042
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 734 (daniels Fa over Pequonnock River built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 734 (daniels Fa over Pequonnock River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in January 2024.

How much traffic does SR 734 (daniels Fa over Pequonnock River carry?

About 9,400 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is SR 734 (daniels Fa over Pequonnock River?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m) and a deck 66 ft wide.

Who owns SR 734 (daniels Fa over Pequonnock River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.