Route 80 over Branford River
FairNew Haven County, Connecticut · 0.1 MI E of Route 139 · Structure no. 01129
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old, rebuilt 1988
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 16,300
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 80 over Branford River is a concrete slab carrying Route 80 over Branford River in New Haven County, Connecticut. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 95 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 16,300 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,220 by 2042. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 80 over Branford River built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.
What condition is Route 80 over Branford 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does Route 80 over Branford River carry?
About 16,300 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Route 80 over Branford River?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns Route 80 over Branford River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.