Wow, there are a lot of bridges here... one second please.
Wow, there are a lot of bridges here... one second please.
Why did the truss bridge break up with the beam bridge? It needed more support.
over WATER QUINEBAUG RIVER
300 FT W. OF HAMILTON ST
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This bridge has a Good overall condition rating of 7 out of 9. It is in good structural condition and is not classified as structurally deficient.
The bridge carries 13,925 vehicles per day and is 116 years old (reconstructed in 2019).
Its sufficiency rating of 70.3 is above the national average of 63.6.
For travelers with bridge anxiety
This bridge may cause some awareness for travelers with bridge anxiety, but has manageable characteristics.
This bridge is 71 feet long — a quick crossing, under 5 seconds at highway speed.
An arch bridge design with some openness to the surroundings.
No height data available — likely a standard overpass height.
About 13,925 vehicles cross daily — moderate traffic, some congestion possible.
The deck is 54 feet wide with 3-4 lanes — standard width.
This bridge crosses over water. Focus on the road ahead — the water is far below.
This comfort score is designed to help individuals with bridge anxiety plan their travel. All bridges in the National Bridge Inventory are regularly inspected and deemed safe for travel. This is not medical advice — if you experience severe anxiety, please consult a healthcare professional.
Year Built
1910
116 years old (rebuilt 2019)
Structure Type
Masonry Arch (Deck)
Total Length
71 ft
21.6 m
Deck Width
54 ft
16.4 m
Spans
1
sections between supports
Max Span
67 ft
longest unsupported section (20.4 m)
Traffic Lanes
3 lanes
Two-way traffic
Daily Traffic
13,925vehicles/day
42.08100°N, 72.04542°W
Masonry Arch (Deck)
A masonry arch bridge uses stone or brick arranged in an arch shape — one of the oldest bridge designs in the world. The arch transfers loads to the abutments through compression.
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Data from the National Bridge Inventory (NBI), maintained by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA).
Data year: 2025. Conditions may have changed since the last inspection.
This information is provided for educational and informational purposes only. It should not be used as the sole basis for any decisions related to bridge safety or transportation planning. Always consult official sources and local authorities for the most current data.