US Bridges

I-95 N on Ramp 316 over Drainage

Poor

Fairfield County, Connecticut · West Ave Intersection · Structure no. 07023

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
33 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
7,100
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-95 N on Ramp 316 over Drainage is a steel culvert carrying I-95 N on Ramp 316 over Drainage in Fairfield County, Connecticut. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 years old, older than the Connecticut average of 56.7 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 2 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

It carries about 7,100 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,550 by 2040. The structure is 33 ft (10 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesI-95 N on Ramp 316
CrossesDrainage
LocationWest Ave Intersection
RouteInterstate 95
CountyFairfield County
StateConnecticut
Coordinates41.10627, -73.41901
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert2 CriticalAdvanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadUnknown
Structure length33 ft (10 m)
Longest span33 ft (10 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,100 (2020)
Projected traffic10,550 by 2040
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$8 million (2019 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I-95 N on Ramp 316 over Drainage built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-95 N on Ramp 316 over Drainage in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.

How much traffic does I-95 N on Ramp 316 over Drainage carry?

About 7,100 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is I-95 N on Ramp 316 over Drainage?

The structure is 33 ft (10 m) long with a longest span of 33 ft (10 m).

Who owns I-95 N on Ramp 316 over Drainage?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.