Russell Street over Sumner Brook
FairMiddlesex County, Connecticut · 150 Ft W of E Main ST · Structure no. 05564
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old, rebuilt 1987
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 48 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 3,433
- 2022 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Russell Street over Sumner Brook is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Russell Street over Sumner Brook in Middlesex County, Connecticut. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1987, 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 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 3,433 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,101 by 2042. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Russell Street over Sumner Brook built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1987.
What condition is Russell Street over Sumner Brook 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 2024.
How much traffic does Russell Street over Sumner Brook carry?
About 3,433 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Russell Street over Sumner Brook?
The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns Russell Street over Sumner Brook?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.