Wild Horse Court over Sammis Brook
GoodFairfield County, Connecticut · 1.7 Mi. West of Route 111 · Structure no. 06986
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 38 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 673
- 2022 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
Wild Horse Court over Sammis Brook is a concrete arch - deck carrying Wild Horse Court over Sammis Brook in Fairfield County, Connecticut. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 673 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,000 by 2042. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Wild Horse Court over Sammis Brook built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is Wild Horse Court over Sammis 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does Wild Horse Court over Sammis Brook carry?
About 673 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Wild Horse Court over Sammis Brook?
The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns Wild Horse Court over Sammis Brook?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.