Dennison Road over Falls River
FairMiddlesex County, Connecticut · 0.2 MI N of Route 154 · Structure no. 04664
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 37 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,314
- 2023 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
Dennison Road over Falls River is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Dennison Road over Falls River in Middlesex County, Connecticut. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 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 1,314 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,952 by 2043. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, 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 Dennison Road over Falls River built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is Dennison Road 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does Dennison Road over Falls River carry?
About 1,314 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Dennison Road over Falls River?
The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m).
Who owns Dennison Road over Falls River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.