Route 72 & Ramps over Quinnipiac River
FairHartford County, Connecticut · 1.80 Mile South Route 177 · Structure no. 03319
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 57,300
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 72 & Ramps over Quinnipiac River is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Route 72 & Ramps over Quinnipiac River in Hartford County, Connecticut. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 years old, younger 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 57,300 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 85,142 by 2039. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Route 72 & Ramps over Quinnipiac River built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is Route 72 & Ramps over Quinnipiac 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does Route 72 & Ramps over Quinnipiac River carry?
About 57,300 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Route 72 & Ramps over Quinnipiac River?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Route 72 & Ramps over Quinnipiac River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.