Route 47 over Shepaug River

Good Condition97 years old1,900 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyLitchfield
Location2 Miles South Of U.s. 202
CarriesRoute 47
CrossesShepaug River
Coordinates41.65683, -73.31831

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignBox Beam - Multiple
Total Length79.7 ft (24.3 m)
Max Span76.1 ft (23.2 m)
Deck Width35.4 ft (10.8 m)
Deck Area262.4 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1929 (reconstructed 2012)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic1,900 (2020)
Truck Traffic6%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection323
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number01007

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