Sullivan Drive over East River
GoodNew Haven County, Connecticut · 550 Ft East of Goose Lane · Structure no. 06849
- Built
- 2004
- 21 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 44 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 53
- 2023 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
Sullivan Drive over East River is a concrete arch - deck carrying Sullivan Drive over East River in New Haven County, Connecticut. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 53 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 79 by 2043. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Sullivan Drive over East River built?
It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.
What condition is Sullivan Drive over East 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does Sullivan Drive over East River carry?
About 53 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Sullivan Drive over East River?
The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.8 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns Sullivan Drive over East River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.