Flat Meadow Road over West River
GoodNew Haven County, Connecticut · 330 Ft W of Route 77 · Structure no. 04867
- Built
- 1999
- 26 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 40 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,700
- 2023 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
Flat Meadow Road over West River is a concrete culvert carrying Flat Meadow Road over West River in New Haven County, Connecticut. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 years old, younger 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 2,700 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,012 by 2043. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Flat Meadow Road over West River built?
It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.
What condition is Flat Meadow Road over West 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does Flat Meadow Road over West River carry?
About 2,700 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Flat Meadow Road over West River?
The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns Flat Meadow Road over West River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.