Route 272 over W.branch Naugatuck River

Fair Condition72 years old2,000 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyLitchfield
Location2.6 Miles North Of Rte. 4
CarriesRoute 272
CrossesW.branch Naugatuck River
Coordinates41.85371, -73.15778

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical7 — Countermeasures installed

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignSlab
Total Length97.1 ft (29.6 m)
Max Span46.9 ft (14.3 m)
Deck Width44.6 ft (13.6 m)
Deck Area402.6 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1954 (reconstructed 1996)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic2,000 (2021)
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection524
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number01576

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