East Main Street over Harbor Brook
FairNew Haven County, Connecticut · 190 Ft E of State ST · Structure no. 04217
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 33 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,700
- 2019 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
East Main Street over Harbor Brook is a concrete continuous culvert carrying East Main Street over Harbor Brook in New Haven County, Connecticut. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 5 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 8,700 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,927 by 2039. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 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 East Main Street over Harbor Brook built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is East Main Street over Harbor Brook 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does East Main Street over Harbor Brook carry?
About 8,700 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is East Main Street over Harbor Brook?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).
Who owns East Main Street over Harbor Brook?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.