Route 138 over Pachaug River
FairNew London County, Connecticut · 1 MI West of Route 49 · Structure no. 01356
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Frame
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5,500
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 138 over Pachaug River is a concrete frame carrying Route 138 over Pachaug River in New London County, Connecticut. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 5,500 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,172 by 2040. The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long and 96 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 138 over Pachaug River built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is Route 138 over Pachaug 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Route 138 over Pachaug River carry?
About 5,500 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Route 138 over Pachaug River?
The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 96 ft wide.
Who owns Route 138 over Pachaug River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.