Route 196 over Pocotopaug Creek

Fair Condition97 years old2,600 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyMiddlesex
Location.25 Mi South Of Jct RT 16
CarriesRoute 196
CrossesPocotopaug Creek
Coordinates41.56279, -72.50865

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical3 — Scour critical

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete
DesignSlab
Total Length23.0 ft (7 m)
Max Span20.0 ft (6.1 m)
Deck Width31.2 ft (9.5 m)
Deck Area66.5 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1929 (reconstructed 1992)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic2,600 (2021)
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 Number01533

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