West Middle Tpke. over Bigelow Brook
GoodHartford County, Connecticut · 1 Mile East of JCT US 44 · Structure no. 03876
- Built
- 1975
- 50 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,300
- 2018 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
West Middle Tpke. over Bigelow Brook is a concrete culvert carrying West Middle Tpke. over Bigelow Brook in Hartford County, Connecticut. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 13,300 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,762 by 2038. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was West Middle Tpke. over Bigelow Brook built?
It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.
What condition is West Middle Tpke. over Bigelow Brook 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does West Middle Tpke. over Bigelow Brook carry?
About 13,300 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is West Middle Tpke. over Bigelow Brook?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.
Who owns West Middle Tpke. over Bigelow Brook?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.