US Route 7 over Blackberry River

Good Condition37 years old6,000 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyLitchfield
Location0.2 Mi South Of Jct US 44
CarriesUS Route 7
CrossesBlackberry River
Coordinates42.02221, -73.32523

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Culvert7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete Continuous
DesignCulvert
Total Length65.3 ft (19.9 m)
Max Span20.3 ft (6.2 m)
Deck Width42.7 ft (13 m)
Deck Area258.7 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1989

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic6,000 (2021)
Truck Traffic5%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection624
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number05725

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