Route 72 over Poland River

Fair Condition99 years old2,000 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyLitchfield
Location1.9 Mile North Of Route 6
CarriesRoute 72
CrossesPoland River
Coordinates41.70371, -73.00924

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway5 (Fair)
Scour Critical3 — Scour critical

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete
DesignSlab
Total Length24.0 ft (7.3 m)
Max Span21.0 ft (6.4 m)
Deck Width30.8 ft (9.4 m)
Deck Area68.6 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1927

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic2,000 (2020)
Truck Traffic3%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection823
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number02468

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