US Route 7 over Blackberry River
GoodLitchfield County, Connecticut · 0.2 MI South of JCT US 44 · Structure no. 05725
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 65 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,000
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US Route 7 over Blackberry River is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US Route 7 over Blackberry River in Litchfield County, Connecticut. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 6,000 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,915 by 2041. The structure is 65 ft (19.9 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US Route 7 over Blackberry River built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is US Route 7 over Blackberry 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does US Route 7 over Blackberry River carry?
About 6,000 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US Route 7 over Blackberry River?
The structure is 65 ft (19.9 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.2 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US Route 7 over Blackberry River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.