Route 47 over Shepaug River

Fair Condition76 years old4,200 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyLitchfield
Location0.1 Mi South Of Route 109
CarriesRoute 47
CrossesShepaug River
Coordinates41.63981, -73.31818

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical3 — Scour critical

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length76.1 ft (23.2 m)
Max Span71.9 ft (21.9 m)
Deck Width43.3 ft (13.2 m)
Deck Area306.2 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1950

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic4,200 (2023)
Truck Traffic7%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection424
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number01005

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