Route 81 over Indian River
FairMiddlesex County, Connecticut · 2.25 MI N. of I-95 · Structure no. 05704
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 81 over Indian River is a concrete culvert carrying Route 81 over Indian River in Middlesex County, Connecticut. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 years old, younger 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 7,000 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,401 by 2042. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 45 ft wide. 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 81 over Indian River built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is Route 81 over Indian 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does Route 81 over Indian River carry?
About 7,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Route 81 over Indian River?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns Route 81 over Indian River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.