Route 9 Southbound over Route 81 & Ponset Brook

Fair Condition60 years old13,800 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyMiddlesex
Location0.5 Mi S Of NB Exit #9
CarriesRoute 9 Southbound
CrossesRoute 81 & Ponset Brook
Coordinates41.47110, -72.55652

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length185.0 ft (56.4 m)
Max Span88.9 ft (27.1 m)
Deck Width47.6 ft (14.5 m)
Deck Area817.8 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1966

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic13,800 (2022)
Truck Traffic8%
Lanes On Bridge3
Lanes Under Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection723
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number03284

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