Route 272 over Nickel Mine Brook

Fair Condition105 years old2,500 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyLitchfield
Location0.1 Mile North Of Route 4
CarriesRoute 272
CrossesNickel Mine Brook
Coordinates41.81985, -73.14630

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete
DesignTee Beam
Total Length26.9 ft (8.2 m)
Max Span23.0 ft (7 m)
Deck Width26.9 ft (8.2 m)
Deck Area67.2 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1921 (reconstructed 1987)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic2,500 (2021)
Truck Traffic5%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionOctober 2023
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number01575

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