Route 9 Southbound over West Bridge Street
FairMiddlesex County, Connecticut · 0.2 MI N of Route 80 · Structure no. 03448
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 130 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,900
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 9 Southbound over West Bridge Street is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Route 9 Southbound over West Bridge Street in Middlesex County, Connecticut. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 years old, older 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 5 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 13,900 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,654 by 2035. The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long and 44 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Route 9 Southbound over West Bridge Street built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is Route 9 Southbound over West Bridge Street 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 Route 9 Southbound over West Bridge Street carry?
About 13,900 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Route 9 Southbound over West Bridge Street?
The structure is 130 ft (39.6 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17.1 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns Route 9 Southbound over West Bridge Street?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.