SR 796 Eastbound over Wellington Road Ext.
GoodPosted for loadNew Haven County, Connecticut · 2.5 MI N of US Route 1 · Structure no. 06180A
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 119 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 18,300
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 796 Eastbound over Wellington Road Ext. is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 796 Eastbound over Wellington Road Ext. in New Haven County, Connecticut. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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. Its operating status is: posted for other load-capacity restriction.
It carries about 18,300 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,192 by 2042. The structure is 119 ft (36.3 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 SR 796 Eastbound over Wellington Road Ext. built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 796 Eastbound over Wellington Road Ext. 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 SR 796 Eastbound over Wellington Road Ext. carry?
About 18,300 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SR 796 Eastbound over Wellington Road Ext.?
The structure is 119 ft (36.3 m) long with a longest span of 114 ft (34.7 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns SR 796 Eastbound over Wellington Road Ext.?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.