Route 16 over Salmon River
Fair Condition94 years old6,000 vehicles/day
Location
| State | Connecticut |
| County | Middlesex |
| Location | 5.3 Mi E Of Route 66 |
| Carries | Route 16 |
| Crosses | Salmon River |
| Coordinates | 41.55251, -72.44930 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Fair |
| Deck | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Superstructure | 5 (Fair) |
| Substructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Channel/Waterway | 7 (Good) |
| Scour Critical | 5 — Stable for scour |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Steel |
| Design | Stringer/Multi-beam |
| Total Length | 130.9 ft (39.9 m) |
| Max Span | 62.3 ft (19 m) |
| Deck Width | 35.1 ft (10.7 m) |
| Deck Area | 426.9 sq m |
| Main Spans | 2 |
| Year Built | 1932 (reconstructed 1986) |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 6,000 (2021) |
| Truck Traffic | 5% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 2 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | November 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | State Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is not eligible for the National Register |
| Structure Number | 00853 |