U.S. Route 44 over North Branch Park River
GoodHartford County, Connecticut · 0.3 Mile East of Rte. 189 · Structure no. 06260
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 81 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 15,000
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
U.S. Route 44 over North Branch Park River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying U.S. Route 44 over North Branch Park River 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 15,000 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,289 by 2041. The structure is 81 ft (24.6 m) long and 95 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was U.S. Route 44 over North Branch Park River built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is U.S. Route 44 over North Branch Park 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does U.S. Route 44 over North Branch Park River carry?
About 15,000 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is U.S. Route 44 over North Branch Park River?
The structure is 81 ft (24.6 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 95 ft wide.
Who owns U.S. Route 44 over North Branch Park River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.