West Main Street over Wepawaug River
GoodNew Haven County, Connecticut · 0.3 MI N of Route 162 · Structure no. 04093
- Built
- 1928
- 97 years old, rebuilt 1991
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2022
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 53 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 8,470
- 2022 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
West Main Street over Wepawaug River is a prestressed concrete slab carrying West Main Street over Wepawaug River in New Haven County, Connecticut. It was built in 1928 and reconstructed in 1991, 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 8,470 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,586 by 2042. The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was West Main Street over Wepawaug River built?
It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1991.
What condition is West Main Street over Wepawaug 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 June 2022.
How much traffic does West Main Street over Wepawaug River carry?
About 8,470 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is West Main Street over Wepawaug River?
The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns West Main Street over Wepawaug River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.