INTERSTATE-95 over Branford River
GoodNew Haven County, Connecticut · 0.6 MI S of US Route 1 · Structure no. 00195
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 34 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 70,500
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
INTERSTATE-95 over Branford River is a concrete continuous culvert carrying INTERSTATE-95 over Branford 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 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 70,500 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 104,756 by 2040. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was INTERSTATE-95 over Branford River built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is INTERSTATE-95 over Branford River 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does INTERSTATE-95 over Branford River carry?
About 70,500 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is INTERSTATE-95 over Branford River?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).
Who owns INTERSTATE-95 over Branford River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.