Route 159 over Farmington River

Fair Condition35 years old6,600 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyHartford
Location0.4 Mile North Of RTE 75
CarriesRoute 159
CrossesFarmington River
Coordinates41.85683, -72.63860

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length274.9 ft (83.8 m)
Max Span146.0 ft (44.5 m)
Deck Width58.4 ft (17.8 m)
Deck Area1491.6 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1991

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic6,600 (2016)
Truck Traffic5%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection723
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number05978

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