Route 79 over Interstate-95

Fair Condition69 years old13,500 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew Haven
LocationI-95 Exit No. 61
CarriesRoute 79
CrossesInterstate-95
Coordinates41.28777, -72.60224

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Scour CriticalNot applicable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length166.0 ft (50.6 m)
Max Span85.0 ft (25.9 m)
Deck Width49.2 ft (15 m)
Deck Area759 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1957

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic13,500 (2016)
Truck Traffic5%
Lanes On Bridge2
Lanes Under Bridge4

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection524
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number00215

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