Route 159 over Deckers Brook
FairHartford County, Connecticut · 0.1 Mile North of RTE 291 · Structure no. 06228
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 30 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,700
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 159 over Deckers Brook is a concrete culvert carrying Route 159 over Deckers 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 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 12,700 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,871 by 2039. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Route 159 over Deckers Brook built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is Route 159 over Deckers 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Route 159 over Deckers Brook carry?
About 12,700 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Route 159 over Deckers Brook?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns Route 159 over Deckers Brook?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.