US Route 7 over Hollenbeck River
FairLitchfield County, Connecticut · .28 MI So of RTE 63 Int · Structure no. 05680
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 42 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,500
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US Route 7 over Hollenbeck River is a concrete culvert carrying US Route 7 over Hollenbeck River in Litchfield County, Connecticut. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 years old, younger 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 2,500 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,715 by 2041. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US Route 7 over Hollenbeck River built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is US Route 7 over Hollenbeck 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does US Route 7 over Hollenbeck River carry?
About 2,500 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US Route 7 over Hollenbeck River?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns US Route 7 over Hollenbeck River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.