Route 22 over Branford River
GoodNew Haven County, Connecticut · 425 Ft E of Route 80 · Structure no. 00894
- Built
- 1928
- 97 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,400
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 22 over Branford River is a concrete slab carrying Route 22 over Branford River in New Haven County, Connecticut. It was built in 1928, so it is 97 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 6,400 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,510 by 2040. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Route 22 over Branford River built?
It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025.
What condition is Route 22 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does Route 22 over Branford River carry?
About 6,400 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Route 22 over Branford River?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns Route 22 over Branford River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.