Route 77 over Menunkatuck River
GoodNew Haven County, Connecticut · 1.8 MI N of Route 80 · Structure no. 05911
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 28 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,600
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 77 over Menunkatuck River is a concrete culvert carrying Route 77 over Menunkatuck River in New Haven County, Connecticut. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 4,600 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,835 by 2042. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 33 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Route 77 over Menunkatuck River built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is Route 77 over Menunkatuck 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does Route 77 over Menunkatuck River carry?
About 4,600 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Route 77 over Menunkatuck River?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns Route 77 over Menunkatuck River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.