US Route 5 over Abandoned Railroad
GoodNew Haven County, Connecticut · 0.5 MI N of I-691 · Structure no. 05786
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2021
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 38 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 13,300
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US Route 5 over Abandoned Railroad is a prestressed concrete slab carrying US Route 5 over Abandoned Railroad in New Haven County, Connecticut. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 13,300 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,762 by 2036. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US Route 5 over Abandoned Railroad built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is US Route 5 over Abandoned Railroad 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 May 2021.
How much traffic does US Route 5 over Abandoned Railroad carry?
About 13,300 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US Route 5 over Abandoned Railroad?
The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 33 ft (10.1 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.
Who owns US Route 5 over Abandoned Railroad?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.