Route 185 over Tumble Brook
FairHartford County, Connecticut · 0.1 Mile West of Rte. 218 · Structure no. 01501
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,300
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 185 over Tumble Brook is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Route 185 over Tumble Brook in Hartford County, Connecticut. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 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 9,300 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,819 by 2039. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Route 185 over Tumble Brook built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.
What condition is Route 185 over Tumble Brook 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does Route 185 over Tumble Brook carry?
About 9,300 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Route 185 over Tumble Brook?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Route 185 over Tumble Brook?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.