Route 17 over Brook
GoodNew Haven County, Connecticut · 1.7 MI N of Route 22 · Structure no. 05840
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,500
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 17 over Brook is a concrete culvert carrying Route 17 over Brook in New Haven County, Connecticut. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 7,500 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,144 by 2040. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 44 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 17 over Brook built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is Route 17 over Brook 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does Route 17 over Brook carry?
About 7,500 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Route 17 over Brook?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns Route 17 over Brook?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.