Emmons Lane over Whiting River
GoodLitchfield County, Connecticut · South of Canaan Valley RD · Structure no. 05203
- Built
- 2009
- 16 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 36 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 255
- 2023 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
Emmons Lane over Whiting River is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Emmons Lane over Whiting River in Litchfield County, Connecticut. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 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 255 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 379 by 2043. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Emmons Lane over Whiting River built?
It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.
What condition is Emmons Lane over Whiting 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does Emmons Lane over Whiting River carry?
About 255 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Emmons Lane over Whiting River?
The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.
Who owns Emmons Lane over Whiting River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.