Route 17 over New London Turnpike

Poor Condition74 years old12,600 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyHartford
Location.47 S Of Route 94 Inter.
CarriesRoute 17
CrossesNew London Turnpike
Coordinates41.70798, -72.59998

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck4 (Poor)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure7 (Good)
Scour CriticalNot applicable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length60.0 ft (18.3 m)
Max Span56.1 ft (17.1 m)
Deck Width90.9 ft (27.7 m)
Deck Area506.9 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1952

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic12,600 (2021)
Truck Traffic6%
Lanes On Bridge4
Lanes Under Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection824
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number00870

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