Route 97 over Shetucket River

Fair Condition85 years old2,400 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew London
LocationAt Intersection Of RT 207
CarriesRoute 97
CrossesShetucket River
Coordinates41.61760, -72.08474

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length244.1 ft (74.4 m)
Max Span86.9 ft (26.5 m)
Deck Width43.6 ft (13.3 m)
Deck Area989.5 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1941 (reconstructed 1990)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic2,400 (2020)
Truck Traffic5%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionNovember 2023
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number01292

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