US Route 1 over Fort Hill Brook
FairNew London County, Connecticut · 0.4 MI East of Route 117 · Structure no. 02389
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 28 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,900
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US Route 1 over Fort Hill Brook is a concrete culvert carrying US Route 1 over Fort Hill Brook in New London County, Connecticut. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 10,900 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,196 by 2044. The structure is 28 ft (8.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US Route 1 over Fort Hill Brook built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is US Route 1 over Fort Hill Brook 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does US Route 1 over Fort Hill Brook carry?
About 10,900 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is US Route 1 over Fort Hill Brook?
The structure is 28 ft (8.4 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).
Who owns US Route 1 over Fort Hill Brook?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.