Route 2 Westbound over SR 608 Nwch/Clchst
FairNew London County, Connecticut · .67 MI West of Norwich Tl · Structure no. 00404
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old, rebuilt 1992
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 134 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,300
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 2 Westbound over SR 608 Nwch/Clchst is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Route 2 Westbound over SR 608 Nwch/Clchst in New London County, Connecticut. It was built in 1961 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 64 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 6 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 13,300 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,762 by 2038. The structure is 134 ft (40.8 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Route 2 Westbound over SR 608 Nwch/Clchst built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.
What condition is Route 2 Westbound over SR 608 Nwch/Clchst 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does Route 2 Westbound over SR 608 Nwch/Clchst carry?
About 13,300 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Route 2 Westbound over SR 608 Nwch/Clchst?
The structure is 134 ft (40.8 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.9 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.
Who owns Route 2 Westbound over SR 608 Nwch/Clchst?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.