Backus Avenue over Brook
FairFairfield County, Connecticut · Danbury Mall West Entran · Structure no. 06522
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,394
- 2024 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Backus Avenue over Brook is a concrete culvert carrying Backus Avenue over Brook in Fairfield County, Connecticut. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 10,394 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,444 by 2044. 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 Backus Avenue over Brook built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is Backus Avenue over Brook 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 2024.
How much traffic does Backus Avenue over Brook carry?
About 10,394 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Backus Avenue over Brook?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns Backus Avenue over Brook?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.