Route 22 over Route 15
FairNew Haven County, Connecticut · At Exit 63 of Route 15 · Structure no. 00788
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old, rebuilt 1988
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Frame
- Concrete
- Length
- 109 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,800
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 22 over Route 15 is a concrete frame carrying Route 22 over Route 15 in New Haven County, Connecticut. It was built in 1947 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 78 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 14,800 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,991 by 2041. The structure is 109 ft (33.2 m) long and 62 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Route 22 over Route 15 built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.
What condition is Route 22 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Route 22 over Route 15 carry?
About 14,800 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Route 22 over Route 15?
The structure is 109 ft (33.2 m) long with a longest span of 49 ft (14.9 m) and a deck 62 ft wide.
Who owns Route 22 over Route 15?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.