Church Street over Church Street Tunnel
FairNew Haven County, Connecticut · 100 South of George ST · Structure no. 06533
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 38 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 15,300
- 2018 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Church Street over Church Street Tunnel is a concrete tee beam carrying Church Street over Church Street Tunnel in New Haven County, Connecticut. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 years old, older than the Connecticut average of 56.7 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 15,300 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,734 by 2038. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 118 ft wide.
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Church Street over Church Street Tunnel built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is Church Street over Church Street Tunnel in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.
How much traffic does Church Street over Church Street Tunnel carry?
About 15,300 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Church Street over Church Street Tunnel?
The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 118 ft wide.
Who owns Church Street over Church Street Tunnel?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.