Route 189 over Muddy Brook
GoodHartford County, Connecticut · 1.1 MI No. of Simsbury Tl · Structure no. 06182
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,900
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 189 over Muddy Brook is a concrete culvert carrying Route 189 over Muddy Brook in Hartford County, Connecticut. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 6,900 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,253 by 2042. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long.
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 Route 189 over Muddy Brook built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is Route 189 over Muddy 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Route 189 over Muddy Brook carry?
About 6,900 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Route 189 over Muddy Brook?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Route 189 over Muddy Brook?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.