Route 189 over Wash Brook

Good Condition110 years old8,100 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyHartford
Location0.4 Mile North Of RTE 178
CarriesRoute 189
CrossesWash Brook
Coordinates41.83639, -72.73886

Condition Ratings

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

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length27.9 ft (8.5 m)
Max Span22.0 ft (6.7 m)
Deck Width43.6 ft (13.3 m)
Deck Area113.0 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1916 (reconstructed 2018)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic8,100 (2022)
Truck Traffic4%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection724
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number01509

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