Route 149 over Moodus River
FairMiddlesex County, Connecticut · 1.1 MI N of Route 151 · Structure no. 05842
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,200
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 149 over Moodus River is a concrete culvert carrying Route 149 over Moodus 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 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 3,200 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,755 by 2038. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long and 32 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Route 149 over Moodus River built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is Route 149 over Moodus 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does Route 149 over Moodus River carry?
About 3,200 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Route 149 over Moodus River?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns Route 149 over Moodus River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.