US Route 44 over Blackberry River

Good Condition37 years old3,900 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyLitchfield
Location.7 Mi West Of Jct Route 7
CarriesUS Route 44
CrossesBlackberry River
Coordinates42.02389, -73.34119

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DesignSlab
Total Length97.1 ft (29.6 m)
Max Span44.9 ft (13.7 m)
Deck Width39.4 ft (12 m)
Deck Area355.2 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1989

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic3,900 (2021)
Truck Traffic6%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection723
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number05707

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