Route 17 over Little River
FairNew Haven County, Connecticut · 200 Ft East of I-91 · Structure no. 03097
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 43 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 23,100
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 17 over Little River is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Route 17 over Little River in New Haven County, Connecticut. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 23,100 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 34,324 by 2041. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 106 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
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Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Route 17 over Little River built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is Route 17 over Little 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does Route 17 over Little River carry?
About 23,100 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Route 17 over Little River?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m) and a deck 106 ft wide.
Who owns Route 17 over Little River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.