INTERSTATE-95 over Wepawaug River
FairNew Haven County, Connecticut · 325 Ft S of Route 121 · Structure no. 00145
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 51 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 130,100
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
INTERSTATE-95 over Wepawaug River is a concrete continuous culvert carrying INTERSTATE-95 over Wepawaug River in New Haven County, Connecticut. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 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 130,100 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 193,316 by 2043. The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, 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 INTERSTATE-95 over Wepawaug River built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is INTERSTATE-95 over Wepawaug River 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does INTERSTATE-95 over Wepawaug River carry?
About 130,100 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is INTERSTATE-95 over Wepawaug River?
The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).
Who owns INTERSTATE-95 over Wepawaug River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.