U.s. Route 6 over Branch Brook

Fair Condition87 years old8,300 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyLitchfield
Location50 West Of Thomaston Tl
CarriesU.s. Route 6
CrossesBranch Brook
Coordinates41.65361, -73.09476

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length65.0 ft (19.8 m)
Max Span60.0 ft (18.3 m)
Deck Width35.4 ft (10.8 m)
Deck Area213.8 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1939 (reconstructed 1956)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic8,300 (2020)
Truck Traffic3%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection124
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number00465

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