Route 179 over Mill Race

Fair Condition67 years old9,800 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyHartford
Location2 Miles North Of Route 4
CarriesRoute 179
CrossesMill Race
Coordinates41.81062, -72.92460

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length61.0 ft (18.6 m)
Max Span54.1 ft (16.5 m)
Deck Width53.8 ft (16.4 m)
Deck Area305.0 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1959

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic9,800 (2022)
Truck Traffic4%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection224
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number01492

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