Main Street Ext. over Sumner Brook
PoorMiddlesex County, Connecticut · 430 Ft N of Route 17 · Structure no. 04187
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 28 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,101
- 2024 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Main Street Ext. over Sumner Brook is a concrete culvert carrying Main Street Ext. over Sumner Brook in Middlesex County, Connecticut. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 years old, older than the Connecticut average of 56.7 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 1,101 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,636 by 2044. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Main Street Ext. over Sumner Brook built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.
What condition is Main Street Ext. over Sumner Brook in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.
How much traffic does Main Street Ext. over Sumner Brook carry?
About 1,101 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Main Street Ext. over Sumner Brook?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m).
Who owns Main Street Ext. over Sumner Brook?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.