Route 97 over Abandoned Canal

Fair Condition59 years old2,400 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew London
Location.1 Mi North Of Route 207
CarriesRoute 97
CrossesAbandoned Canal
Coordinates41.61913, -72.08366

Condition Ratings

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

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length105.0 ft (32 m)
Max Span48.9 ft (14.9 m)
Deck Width43.6 ft (13.3 m)
Deck Area425.6 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1967

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic2,400 (2020)
Truck Traffic5%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection524
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number03434

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