U.S. Route 5 over Hockanum River
FairHartford County, Connecticut · 0.2 Mile North of RTE 15 · Structure no. 00440
- Built
- 1941
- 84 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 65 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 19,600
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. Route 5 over Hockanum River is a concrete continuous culvert carrying U.S. Route 5 over Hockanum River in Hartford County, Connecticut. It was built in 1941, so it is 84 years old, older than the Connecticut average of 56.7 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 19,600 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 29,124 by 2041. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long and 85 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was U.S. Route 5 over Hockanum River built?
It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025.
What condition is U.S. Route 5 over Hockanum River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.
How much traffic does U.S. Route 5 over Hockanum River carry?
About 19,600 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is U.S. Route 5 over Hockanum River?
The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 85 ft wide.
Who owns U.S. Route 5 over Hockanum River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.