Ocean Avenue #1 over Cove River
FairNew Haven County, Connecticut · 2.2 MI East of Route 162 · Structure no. 04171
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 34 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,100
- 2021 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ocean Avenue #1 over Cove River is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Ocean Avenue #1 over Cove River in New Haven County, Connecticut. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 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 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,550 by 2041. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. 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 Ocean Avenue #1 over Cove River built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ocean Avenue #1 over Cove 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 Ocean Avenue #1 over Cove River carry?
About 7,100 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Ocean Avenue #1 over Cove River?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).
Who owns Ocean Avenue #1 over Cove River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.