Route 2 Eastbound over Route 85
PoorNew London County, Connecticut · 0.7 MI E of Route 16 · Structure no. 03396
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 118 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,200
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 2 Eastbound over Route 85 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Route 2 Eastbound over Route 85 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 11,200 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,642 by 2041. The structure is 118 ft (36 m) long and 56 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 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Route 2 Eastbound over Route 85 built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is Route 2 Eastbound over Route 85 in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in September 2023.
How much traffic does Route 2 Eastbound over Route 85 carry?
About 11,200 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Route 2 Eastbound over Route 85?
The structure is 118 ft (36 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17.1 m) and a deck 56 ft wide.
Who owns Route 2 Eastbound over Route 85?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.