US Route 7 over Housatonic River

Good Condition35 years old3,200 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyLitchfield
LocationGaylordsville
CarriesUS Route 7
CrossesHousatonic River
Coordinates41.64728, -73.48387

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length345.5 ft (105.3 m)
Max Span200.1 ft (61 m)
Deck Width52.8 ft (16.1 m)
Deck Area1695.3 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1991

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic3,200 (2020)
Truck Traffic6%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection524
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number05965

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