Route 10 over Quinnipiac River
GoodHartford County, Connecticut · 0.8 MI N of I-84 · Structure no. 02254
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 31 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,500
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 10 over Quinnipiac River is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Route 10 over Quinnipiac River in Hartford County, Connecticut. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 years old, younger than the Connecticut average of 56.7 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 13,500 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,060 by 2041. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long and 66 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Route 10 over Quinnipiac River built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is Route 10 over Quinnipiac River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.
How much traffic does Route 10 over Quinnipiac River carry?
About 13,500 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Route 10 over Quinnipiac River?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m) and a deck 66 ft wide.
Who owns Route 10 over Quinnipiac River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.