Route 114 over Wepawaug River
GoodNew Haven County, Connecticut · 0.3 MI N of Route 243 · Structure no. 05915
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old, rebuilt 1990
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 45 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 7,200
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 114 over Wepawaug River is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Route 114 over Wepawaug River in New Haven County, Connecticut. It was built in 1936 and reconstructed in 1990, so it is 89 years old, older 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 7,200 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,698 by 2035. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Route 114 over Wepawaug River built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1990.
What condition is Route 114 over Wepawaug 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does Route 114 over Wepawaug River carry?
About 7,200 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Route 114 over Wepawaug River?
The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns Route 114 over Wepawaug River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.