Route 9 Northbound over Route 81 & Ponset Brook

Fair Condition60 years old14,700 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyMiddlesex
Location0.5 Mi S Of NB Exit 9
CarriesRoute 9 Northbound
CrossesRoute 81 & Ponset Brook
Coordinates41.47149, -72.55632

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length185.0 ft (56.4 m)
Max Span89.2 ft (27.2 m)
Deck Width53.5 ft (16.3 m)
Deck Area919.3 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1966

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic14,700 (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 Number03285

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