Route 2 Eastbound over Route 149
FairNew London County, Connecticut · Route 2 Exit No. 16 · Structure no. 03461
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 152 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 31,500
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 2 Eastbound over Route 149 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Route 2 Eastbound over Route 149 in New London County, Connecticut. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 31,500 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 46,806 by 2041. The structure is 152 ft (46.3 m) long and 49 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Route 2 Eastbound over Route 149 built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is Route 2 Eastbound over Route 149 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 2 Eastbound over Route 149 carry?
About 31,500 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Route 2 Eastbound over Route 149?
The structure is 152 ft (46.3 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.
Who owns Route 2 Eastbound over Route 149?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.