Route 138 over Little River
FairNew London County, Connecticut · 2.2 MI East of Route 97 · Structure no. 03375
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 92 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 850
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 138 over Little River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Route 138 over Little River in New London County, Connecticut. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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.
It carries about 850 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,263 by 2040. The structure is 92 ft (28 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Route 138 over Little River built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is Route 138 over Little 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does Route 138 over Little River carry?
About 850 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Route 138 over Little River?
The structure is 92 ft (28 m) long with a longest span of 87 ft (26.5 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns Route 138 over Little River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.