Cotton Bridge ST over Quinebaug River

Poor Condition70 years old151 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyWindham
Location1850 From Jct Lake Road
CarriesCotton Bridge ST
CrossesQuinebaug River
Coordinates41.85870, -71.92412

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck4 (Poor)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length150.6 ft (45.9 m)
Max Span72.8 ft (22.2 m)
Deck Width17.4 ft (5.3 m)
Deck Area243.3 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1956

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic151 (2024)
Truck Traffic7%
Lanes On Bridge1

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection724
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerTown/Township Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number04703

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