Route 142 over Farm River
GoodNew Haven County, Connecticut · 0.2 MI W of Route 100 · Structure no. 02384
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 54 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,900
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 142 over Farm River is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Route 142 over Farm River in New Haven County, Connecticut. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 11,900 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,682 by 2041. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long and 79 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Route 142 over Farm River built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is Route 142 over Farm 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does Route 142 over Farm River carry?
About 11,900 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Route 142 over Farm River?
The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m) and a deck 79 ft wide.
Who owns Route 142 over Farm River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.