INTERSTATE-95 NB over Shunock River
GoodNew London County, Connecticut · 0.3 MI S of Route 49 · Structure no. 01810
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 36 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,600
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
INTERSTATE-95 NB over Shunock River is a concrete continuous culvert carrying INTERSTATE-95 NB over Shunock River in New London County, Connecticut. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 13,600 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,208 by 2040. The structure is 36 ft (10.9 m) long. 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 INTERSTATE-95 NB over Shunock River built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is INTERSTATE-95 NB over Shunock 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does INTERSTATE-95 NB over Shunock River carry?
About 13,600 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is INTERSTATE-95 NB over Shunock River?
The structure is 36 ft (10.9 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).
Who owns INTERSTATE-95 NB over Shunock River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.