Route 12 over Poquetanuck Cove

Fair Condition36 years old7,900 vehicles/day

Location

StateConnecticut
CountyNew London
Location0.9 Mi S Of Route 2a
CarriesRoute 12
CrossesPoquetanuck Cove
Coordinates41.47158, -72.06041

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignBox Beam - Single/Spread
Total Length655.8 ft (199.9 m)
Max Span140.1 ft (42.7 m)
Deck Width51.2 ft (15.6 m)
Deck Area3118.4 sq m
Main Spans5
Year Built1990

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic7,900 (2020)
Truck Traffic6%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection823
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number06011

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