RT138 & Lincoln Sq over Abandoned Canal
FairPosted for loadNew London County, Connecticut · 1 MI East of Route 12 · Structure no. 01354
- Built
- 1946
- 79 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 37 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 3,900
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
RT138 & Lincoln Sq over Abandoned Canal is a concrete slab carrying RT138 & Lincoln Sq over Abandoned Canal in New London County, Connecticut. It was built in 1946, so it is 79 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 3,900 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,795 by 2040. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long and 75 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.1 mi (34 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was RT138 & Lincoln Sq over Abandoned Canal built?
It was built in 1946, making it 79 years old in 2025.
What condition is RT138 & Lincoln Sq over Abandoned Canal 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does RT138 & Lincoln Sq over Abandoned Canal carry?
About 3,900 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is RT138 & Lincoln Sq over Abandoned Canal?
The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 33 ft (10.1 m) and a deck 75 ft wide.
Who owns RT138 & Lincoln Sq over Abandoned Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.