Route 80 over West River
FairNew Haven County, Connecticut · 265 Ft W of Route 77 · Structure no. 01130
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 7,100
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 80 over West River is a concrete slab carrying Route 80 over West River in New Haven County, Connecticut. It was built in 1934, so it is 91 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 7,100 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,550 by 2039. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 West River built?
It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025.
What condition is Route 80 over 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does Route 80 over West River carry?
About 7,100 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Route 80 over West River?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns Route 80 over West River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.