Route 272 over W.Branch Naugatuck River
FairLitchfield County, Connecticut · 2.6 Miles North of Rte. 4 · Structure no. 01576
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old, rebuilt 1996
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 97 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,000
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 272 over W.Branch Naugatuck River is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Route 272 over W.Branch Naugatuck River in Litchfield County, Connecticut. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 1996, so it is 71 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 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 2,000 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,972 by 2041. The structure is 97 ft (29.6 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Route 272 over W.Branch Naugatuck River built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.
What condition is Route 272 over W.Branch Naugatuck 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Route 272 over W.Branch Naugatuck River carry?
About 2,000 vehicles per day (2021 count).
How long is Route 272 over W.Branch Naugatuck River?
The structure is 97 ft (29.6 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.3 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns Route 272 over W.Branch Naugatuck River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.