Raymond E. Baldwin Bridge

The Raymond E. Baldwin Bridge extends across the Connecticut River with eight traffic lanes connecting Old Saybrook to Old Lyme in Connecticut.

Initially constructed in 1948 and completely rebuilt in 1993, the bridge replaced a double-bascule span from 1911 that no longer met traffic requirements.

Named after Connecticut Governor Raymond E. Baldwin, the bridge represents the state's commitment to developing transportation infrastructure in the mid-20th century.

The structure accommodates 82,500 vehicles daily on Interstate 95 and U.S. Route 1, featuring a dedicated bike and pedestrian walkway on its north side.

The current concrete segmental bridge, built at a cost of 460 million dollars, consists of eleven spans and replaced a toll bridge operating until the 1980s.

Location: Connecticut

Inception: 1948

Official opening: 1948

GPS coordinates: 41.31920,-72.34750

Latest update: September 23, 2025 16:45