Route 318 over Beaver Brook
FairLitchfield County, Connecticut · 0.2 Mile East of Rte. 181 · Structure no. 01590
- Built
- 1937
- 88 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 20 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 6,300
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 318 over Beaver Brook is a concrete culvert carrying Route 318 over Beaver Brook in Litchfield County, Connecticut. It was built in 1937, so it is 88 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 6,300 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,361 by 2041. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Route 318 over Beaver Brook built?
It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025.
What condition is Route 318 over Beaver 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Route 318 over Beaver Brook carry?
About 6,300 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Route 318 over Beaver Brook?
The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).
Who owns Route 318 over Beaver Brook?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.