Ssr 437 over Winthrop Cove
GoodNew London County, Connecticut · 475 Ft E of Route 32 · Structure no. 02887
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 44 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,700
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ssr 437 over Winthrop Cove is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Ssr 437 over Winthrop Cove in New London County, Connecticut. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 years old, younger 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 2,700 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,012 by 2043. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ssr 437 over Winthrop Cove built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ssr 437 over Winthrop Cove 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Ssr 437 over Winthrop Cove carry?
About 2,700 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is Ssr 437 over Winthrop Cove?
The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m).
Who owns Ssr 437 over Winthrop Cove?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.