Tunnel Road over Shepaug River

Good Condition70 years old263 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyLitchfield
Location100 Ft S Of Church Hill R
CarriesTunnel Road
CrossesShepaug River
Coordinates41.62174, -73.32573

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck8 (Very Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure8 (Very Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical3 — Scour critical

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length123.0 ft (37.5 m)
Max Span119.4 ft (36.4 m)
Deck Width28.2 ft (8.6 m)
Deck Area322.5 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1956 (reconstructed 2024)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic263 (2024)
Truck Traffic7%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection524
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerTown/Township Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number05158

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