INTERSTATE-95 over West Branch West River
FairNew Haven County, Connecticut · 0.2 MI S of Route 77 · Structure no. 00204
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 30 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 59,300
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
INTERSTATE-95 over West Branch West River is a concrete continuous culvert carrying INTERSTATE-95 over West Branch West 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 59,300 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 88,114 by 2040. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 West Branch West River built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is INTERSTATE-95 over West Branch West 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does INTERSTATE-95 over West Branch West River carry?
About 59,300 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is INTERSTATE-95 over West Branch West River?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns INTERSTATE-95 over West Branch West River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.