US Route 44 over Wachocastinook Creek

Poor Condition75 years old7,400 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyLitchfield
LocationDowntown Salisbury
CarriesUS Route 44
CrossesWachocastinook Creek
Coordinates41.98066, -73.42334

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck4 (Poor)
Superstructure4 (Poor)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length41.0 ft (12.5 m)
Max Span38.1 ft (11.6 m)
Deck Width50.9 ft (15.5 m)
Deck Area193.8 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1951

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic7,400 (2021)
Truck Traffic7%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection724
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number00964

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