Route 16 over Pocotopaug Creek

Fair Condition87 years old6,300 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyMiddlesex
Location425 Ft E Of Route 196
CarriesRoute 16
CrossesPocotopaug Creek
Coordinates41.56437, -72.50722

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete
DesignTee Beam
Total Length29.2 ft (8.9 m)
Max Span25.9 ft (7.9 m)
Deck Width37.1 ft (11.3 m)
Deck Area100.6 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1939

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic6,300 (2020)
Truck Traffic5%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection223
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number00852

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