Route 97 over Beaver Brook

Good Condition87 years old3,000 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew London
Location.1 Mi South Route 207
CarriesRoute 97
CrossesBeaver Brook
Coordinates41.61670, -72.08441

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck8 (Very Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignSlab
Total Length34.1 ft (10.4 m)
Max Span29.9 ft (9.1 m)
Deck Width44.3 ft (13.5 m)
Deck Area140.4 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1939 (reconstructed 2018)

Traffic

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

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection923
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number01291

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