Route 2 over Shetucket River

Fair Condition88 years old12,900 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew London
LocationIntersection Of Route 12
CarriesRoute 2
CrossesShetucket River
Coordinates41.52384, -72.06916

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length311.0 ft (94.8 m)
Max Span102.0 ft (31.1 m)
Deck Width59.4 ft (18.1 m)
Deck Area1715.9 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1938 (reconstructed 1992)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic12,900 (2017)
Truck Traffic6%
Lanes On Bridge3

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionNovember 2023
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number00415

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