U.s. Route 6 over Merrick Brook And Trail

Good Condition78 years old8,600 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyWindham
Location0.3 Mi East Chaplin T.l.
CarriesU.s. Route 6
CrossesMerrick Brook And Trail
Coordinates41.76925, -72.09044

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length62.0 ft (18.9 m)
Max Span56.1 ft (17.1 m)
Deck Width44.0 ft (13.4 m)
Deck Area253.3 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1948 (reconstructed 1991)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic8,600 (2022)
Truck Traffic8%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionDecember 2023
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number00492

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