INTERSTATE-84 over Connecticut River
FairHartford County, Connecticut · 1 MI East of I-91 · Structure no. 00980A
- Built
- 1906
- 119 years old, rebuilt 1964
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Masonry
- Length
- 1,075 ft
- 9 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 135,200
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
INTERSTATE-84 over Connecticut River is a masonry arch - deck carrying INTERSTATE-84 over Connecticut River in Hartford County, Connecticut. It was built in 1906 and reconstructed in 1964, so it is 119 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 135,200 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 200,894 by 2041. The structure is 1,075 ft (327.7 m) long and 121 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was INTERSTATE-84 over Connecticut River built?
It was built in 1906, making it 119 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1964.
What condition is INTERSTATE-84 over Connecticut 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does INTERSTATE-84 over Connecticut River carry?
About 135,200 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is INTERSTATE-84 over Connecticut River?
The structure is 1,075 ft (327.7 m) long with a longest span of 119 ft (36.3 m) and a deck 121 ft wide.
Who owns INTERSTATE-84 over Connecticut River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.