Highland Avenue over Alewife Cove

Fair Condition51 years old1,024 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew London
Location0.2 Mi West Of Ocean Ave.
CarriesHighland Avenue
CrossesAlewife Cove
Coordinates41.31164, -72.10079

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignBox Beam - Multiple
Total Length75.1 ft (22.9 m)
Max Span35.1 ft (10.7 m)
Deck Width36.7 ft (11.2 m)
Deck Area256.5 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1975

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic1,024 (2024)
Truck Traffic4%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection924
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCity/Municipal Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number03654

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