Route 15 & US 5 over Route 175
FairHartford County, Connecticut · 0.1 MI N of Newington Tl · Structure no. 00806
- Built
- 1942
- 83 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Frame
- Concrete
- Length
- 64 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 27,300
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 15 & US 5 over Route 175 is a concrete frame carrying Route 15 & US 5 over Route 175 in Hartford County, Connecticut. It was built in 1942, so it is 83 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 5 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 27,300 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 40,565 by 2041. The structure is 64 ft (19.5 m) long and 93 ft wide.
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Route 15 & US 5 over Route 175 built?
It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025.
What condition is Route 15 & US 5 over Route 175 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Route 15 & US 5 over Route 175 carry?
About 27,300 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Route 15 & US 5 over Route 175?
The structure is 64 ft (19.5 m) long with a longest span of 64 ft (19.5 m) and a deck 93 ft wide.
Who owns Route 15 & US 5 over Route 175?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.