Route 34 over Route 15
FairNew Haven County, Connecticut · Route 15 Exit 57/58 · Structure no. 00766
- Built
- 1941
- 84 years old, rebuilt 1988
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 101 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 30,100
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 34 over Route 15 is a concrete arch - deck carrying Route 34 over Route 15 in New Haven County, Connecticut. It was built in 1941 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 84 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 30,100 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 44,726 by 2041. The structure is 101 ft (30.8 m) long and 69 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Route 34 over Route 15 built?
It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.
What condition is Route 34 over Route 15 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 2023.
How much traffic does Route 34 over Route 15 carry?
About 30,100 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Route 34 over Route 15?
The structure is 101 ft (30.8 m) long with a longest span of 46 ft (14 m) and a deck 69 ft wide.
Who owns Route 34 over Route 15?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.