Chapel Road over Podunk River
GoodHartford County, Connecticut · 350 Feet West of Route 5 · Structure no. 04452
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
Chapel Road over Podunk River is a concrete culvert carrying Chapel Road over Podunk River in Hartford County, Connecticut. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 1,000 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,486 by 2042. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 68 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 | 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 Chapel Road over Podunk River built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is Chapel Road over Podunk 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does Chapel Road over Podunk River carry?
About 1,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Chapel Road over Podunk River?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 68 ft wide.
Who owns Chapel Road over Podunk River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.