Wellers Bridge RD over Shepaug River

Poor Condition71 years old3,000 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyLitchfield
LocationApprox 200east Of RTE 67
CarriesWellers Bridge RD
CrossesShepaug River
Coordinates41.54996, -73.32915

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck4 (Poor)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical3 — Scour critical

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length147.0 ft (44.8 m)
Max Span67.9 ft (20.7 m)
Deck Width25.6 ft (7.8 m)
Deck Area349.4 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1955 (reconstructed 2001)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic3,000 (2020)
Truck Traffic7%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection323
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerTown/Township Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number05068

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