Route 68 over Coginchaug River
GoodMiddlesex County, Connecticut · 0.5 Mile West of Route 17 · Structure no. 05780
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 48 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,900
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 68 over Coginchaug River is a concrete culvert carrying Route 68 over Coginchaug River in Middlesex County, Connecticut. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 years old, younger than the Connecticut average of 56.7 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 8,900 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,225 by 2039. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Route 68 over Coginchaug River built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is Route 68 over Coginchaug River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in June 2023.
How much traffic does Route 68 over Coginchaug River carry?
About 8,900 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Route 68 over Coginchaug River?
The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns Route 68 over Coginchaug River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.