Route 218 over Meadow Brook
GoodHartford County, Connecticut · 0.25 Mile West of I-291 · Structure no. 06227
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 36,600
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 218 over Meadow Brook is a concrete culvert carrying Route 218 over Meadow 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 36,600 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 54,384 by 2039. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Route 218 over Meadow Brook built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is Route 218 over Meadow 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does Route 218 over Meadow Brook carry?
About 36,600 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Route 218 over Meadow Brook?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Route 218 over Meadow Brook?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.