Ward ST Extension over Wharton Brook
GoodNew Haven County, Connecticut · 0.1 Mi. E of S. Elm ST · Structure no. 06160
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2021
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,530
- 2021 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ward ST Extension over Wharton Brook is a concrete culvert carrying Ward ST Extension over Wharton Brook in New Haven County, Connecticut. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 3,530 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,245 by 2041. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 48 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ward ST Extension over Wharton Brook built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ward ST Extension over Wharton Brook 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 January 2021.
How much traffic does Ward ST Extension over Wharton Brook carry?
About 3,530 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Ward ST Extension over Wharton Brook?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns Ward ST Extension over Wharton Brook?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.