Route 2 Eastbound over Route 17
FairHartford County, Connecticut · 0.2 MI West of Route 94 · Structure no. 01696
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 278 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 20,400
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 2 Eastbound over Route 17 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Route 2 Eastbound over Route 17 in Hartford County, Connecticut. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 20,400 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 30,312 by 2041. The structure is 278 ft (84.7 m) long and 44 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Route 2 Eastbound over Route 17 built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is Route 2 Eastbound over Route 17 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does Route 2 Eastbound over Route 17 carry?
About 20,400 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Route 2 Eastbound over Route 17?
The structure is 278 ft (84.7 m) long with a longest span of 101 ft (30.7 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns Route 2 Eastbound over Route 17?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.