Route 47 over Shepaug River

Fair Condition68 years old3,200 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyLitchfield
Location0.05 Mi S Of Route 109
CarriesRoute 47
CrossesShepaug River
Coordinates41.64308, -73.31667

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length167.0 ft (50.9 m)
Max Span80.1 ft (24.4 m)
Deck Width45.6 ft (13.9 m)
Deck Area707.5 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1958

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic3,200 (2020)
Truck Traffic5%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection423
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number01006

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