Route 156 over Lieutenant River

Fair Condition65 years old7,600 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew London
Location0.5 Mi E Of I-95
CarriesRoute 156
CrossesLieutenant River
Coordinates41.31399, -72.33701

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length139.8 ft (42.6 m)
Max Span66.9 ft (20.4 m)
Deck Width49.2 ft (15 m)
Deck Area639 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1961

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic7,600 (2021)
Truck Traffic3%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection723
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number01392

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