Route 9 over Falls River
FairMiddlesex County, Connecticut · 0.8 MI S of Route 154 · Structure no. 03418
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 43 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 32,600
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 9 over Falls River is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Route 9 over Falls River in Middlesex County, Connecticut. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 5 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 32,600 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 48,440 by 2042. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 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 9 over Falls River built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is Route 9 over Falls 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does Route 9 over Falls River carry?
About 32,600 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Route 9 over Falls River?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m).
Who owns Route 9 over Falls River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.