Commerce Road over Tom Brook
FairFairfield County, Connecticut · 0.7 Miles Sout of Route 6 · Structure no. 06906
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2022 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
Commerce Road over Tom Brook is a concrete culvert carrying Commerce Road over Tom Brook in Fairfield County, Connecticut. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 100 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 149 by 2042. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 31 ft wide.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Commerce Road over Tom Brook built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is Commerce Road over Tom 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 Commerce Road over Tom Brook carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Commerce Road over Tom Brook?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns Commerce Road over Tom Brook?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.