Route 72 over Pequabuck River

Fair Condition46 years old28,600 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyHartford
Location0.1 Mile E Of Expwy End
CarriesRoute 72
CrossesPequabuck River
Coordinates41.67411, -72.88276

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length247.4 ft (75.4 m)
Max Span123.0 ft (37.5 m)
Deck Width59.7 ft (18.2 m)
Deck Area1372.3 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1980

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic28,600 (2022)
Truck Traffic8%
Lanes On Bridge4

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionNovember 2023
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number04312

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