Route 175 over Bass Brook
FairHartford County, Connecticut · 0.1 MI W. of Newington Tl · Structure no. 05359
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 37 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 17,500
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 175 over Bass Brook is a concrete culvert carrying Route 175 over Bass Brook in Hartford County, Connecticut. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 17,500 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,003 by 2041. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 175 over Bass Brook built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is Route 175 over Bass 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 175 over Bass Brook carry?
About 17,500 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Route 175 over Bass Brook?
The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns Route 175 over Bass Brook?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.