Laurel Avenue over Rooster River Conduit
FairFairfield County, Connecticut · 300 East of Route 59 · Structure no. 06146
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 35 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,212
- 2023 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Laurel Avenue over Rooster River Conduit is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Laurel Avenue over Rooster River Conduit in Fairfield County, Connecticut. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 6,212 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,230 by 2043. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Laurel Avenue over Rooster River Conduit built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is Laurel Avenue over Rooster River Conduit 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does Laurel Avenue over Rooster River Conduit carry?
About 6,212 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Laurel Avenue over Rooster River Conduit?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).
Who owns Laurel Avenue over Rooster River Conduit?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.