Route 20 over W Brnch Farmington River
FairLitchfield County, Connecticut · 1.4 MI E of Winchester Tl · Structure no. 00875
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Frame
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 144 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,700
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 20 over W Brnch Farmington River is a concrete continuous frame carrying Route 20 over W Brnch Farmington River in Litchfield County, Connecticut. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 years old, older 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 5 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 1,700 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,526 by 2041. The structure is 144 ft (43.9 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Route 20 over W Brnch Farmington River built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.
What condition is Route 20 over W Brnch Farmington River 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Route 20 over W Brnch Farmington River carry?
About 1,700 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Route 20 over W Brnch Farmington River?
The structure is 144 ft (43.9 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns Route 20 over W Brnch Farmington River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.