Valley Road over Branford River
GoodNew Haven County, Connecticut · 1/4 MI East of Route 139 · Structure no. 06987
- Built
- 2004
- 21 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 28 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,525
- 2023 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
Valley Road over Branford River is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Valley Road over Branford 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 1,525 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,266 by 2043. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Valley Road over Branford River built?
It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.
What condition is Valley Road over Branford 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 Valley Road over Branford River carry?
About 1,525 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Valley Road over Branford River?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns Valley Road over Branford River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.