Route 162 over Wepawaug River
FairNew Haven County, Connecticut · 1.3 MI E of US Route 1 · Structure no. 01328
- Built
- 1889
- 136 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Masonry
- Length
- 24 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 14,300
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 162 over Wepawaug River is a masonry arch - deck carrying Route 162 over Wepawaug River in New Haven County, Connecticut. It was built in 1889, so it is 136 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 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 14,300 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,248 by 2041. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Route 162 over Wepawaug River built?
It was built in 1889, making it 136 years old in 2025.
What condition is Route 162 over Wepawaug 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does Route 162 over Wepawaug River carry?
About 14,300 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Route 162 over Wepawaug River?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns Route 162 over Wepawaug River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.