Route 72 over Poland River
FairLitchfield County, Connecticut · 1.9 Mile North of Route 6 · Structure no. 02468
- Built
- 1927
- 98 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,000
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 72 over Poland River is a concrete slab carrying Route 72 over Poland River in Litchfield County, Connecticut. It was built in 1927, so it is 98 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, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,972 by 2040. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Route 72 over Poland River built?
It was built in 1927, making it 98 years old in 2025.
What condition is Route 72 over Poland 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 2023.
How much traffic does Route 72 over Poland River carry?
About 2,000 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Route 72 over Poland River?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns Route 72 over Poland River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.