Buddington Road over Hempstead Brook
FairNew London County, Connecticut · 800 Ft S of Route 184 · Structure no. 04676
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,244
- 2024 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
Buddington Road over Hempstead Brook is a steel culvert carrying Buddington Road over Hempstead Brook in New London County, Connecticut. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 5,244 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,792 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Buddington Road over Hempstead Brook built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is Buddington Road over Hempstead Brook 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Buddington Road over Hempstead Brook carry?
About 5,244 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Buddington Road over Hempstead Brook?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.1 m).
Who owns Buddington Road over Hempstead Brook?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.