River Street over Wepawaug River
FairNew Haven County, Connecticut · 0.2 MI E of Route 162 · Structure no. 03645
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 64 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,345
- 2024 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
River Street over Wepawaug River is a concrete arch - deck carrying River Street over Wepawaug 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 8,345 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,400 by 2044. The structure is 64 ft (19.5 m) long and 42 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was River Street over Wepawaug River built?
It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025.
What condition is River Street over Wepawaug 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does River Street over Wepawaug River carry?
About 8,345 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is River Street over Wepawaug River?
The structure is 64 ft (19.5 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns River Street over Wepawaug River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.