Route 72 over Poland River

Fair Condition99 years old2,000 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyLitchfield
Location0.1 Mi No. Of Plymouth Tl
CarriesRoute 72
CrossesPoland River
Coordinates41.71454, -73.01155

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical3 — Scour critical

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length37.1 ft (11.3 m)
Max Span34.1 ft (10.4 m)
Deck Width30.8 ft (9.4 m)
Deck Area106.2 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1927

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic2,000 (2020)
Truck Traffic3%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection523
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number01112

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