Route 156 over Eight Mile River

Good Condition40 years old2,700 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew London
Location0.3 E Of Route 82
CarriesRoute 156
CrossesEight Mile River
Coordinates41.43167, -72.33696

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck8 (Very Good)
Superstructure8 (Very Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical3 — Scour critical

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignSlab
Total Length46.9 ft (14.3 m)
Max Span43.0 ft (13.1 m)
Deck Width39.7 ft (12.1 m)
Deck Area173.0 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1986

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic2,700 (2021)
Truck Traffic3%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection524
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number05396

Nearby Bridges