Route 72 over Poland River

Fair Condition86 years old3,200 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyLitchfield
Location1 Mile North Of Route 6
CarriesRoute 72
CrossesPoland River
Coordinates41.69131, -73.00454

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignSlab
Total Length39.0 ft (11.9 m)
Max Span37.1 ft (11.3 m)
Deck Width35.1 ft (10.7 m)
Deck Area127.3 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1940 (reconstructed 2007)

Traffic

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

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection124
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number01110

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