Frost Road over Mad River
FairNew Haven County, Connecticut · 0.2 Mile East of Route 69 · Structure no. 04163
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 53 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,000
- 2020 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Frost Road over Mad River is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Frost Road over Mad River in New Haven County, Connecticut. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 11,000 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,345 by 2040. The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long and 63 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Frost Road over Mad River built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is Frost Road over Mad 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Frost Road over Mad River carry?
About 11,000 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Frost Road over Mad River?
The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m) and a deck 63 ft wide.
Who owns Frost Road over Mad River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.