Route 8 over Brook
GoodFairfield County, Connecticut · 0.5 M N of Route 127 · Structure no. 06769
- Built
- 1982
- 43 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 69,900
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 8 over Brook is a steel culvert carrying Route 8 over Brook in Fairfield County, Connecticut. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 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 69,900 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 103,864 by 2040. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Route 8 over Brook built?
It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.
What condition is Route 8 over Brook 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 September 2022.
How much traffic does Route 8 over Brook carry?
About 69,900 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Route 8 over Brook?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns Route 8 over Brook?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.