Route 72 over Brook
FairHartford County, Connecticut · 0.2 Mile West of Route 69 · Structure no. 02465
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 36 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,400
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 72 over Brook is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Route 72 over Brook in Hartford County, Connecticut. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 9,400 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,967 by 2041. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 72 over Brook built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is Route 72 over 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does Route 72 over Brook carry?
About 9,400 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Route 72 over Brook?
The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m).
Who owns Route 72 over Brook?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.