US Bridges

Route 2A over INTERSTATE-395

Fair

New London County, Connecticut · 0.9 MI W of Route 32 · Structure no. 03422

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
172 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
14,400
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Route 2A over INTERSTATE-395 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Route 2A over INTERSTATE-395 in New London County, Connecticut. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 14,400 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,397 by 2040. The structure is 172 ft (52.4 m) long and 68 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesRoute 2A
CrossesINTERSTATE-395
Location0.9 MI W of Route 32
RouteState Highway 2A
CountyNew London County
StateConnecticut
Coordinates41.48731, -72.1151
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating84.7 US tons
Inventory rating50.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length172 ft (52.4 m)
Longest span92 ft (28 m)
Deck width68 ft (20.6 m)
Roadway width54 ft (16.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,400 (2020)
Projected traffic21,397 by 2040
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Route 2A over INTERSTATE-395 built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is Route 2A over INTERSTATE-395 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Route 2A over INTERSTATE-395 carry?

About 14,400 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Route 2A over INTERSTATE-395?

The structure is 172 ft (52.4 m) long with a longest span of 92 ft (28 m) and a deck 68 ft wide.

Who owns Route 2A over INTERSTATE-395?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.