US Route 1 over Latimer Brook
GoodNew London County, Connecticut · 0.1 MI N of Route 161 · Structure no. 05297
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 59 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,400
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US Route 1 over Latimer Brook is a concrete culvert carrying US Route 1 over Latimer Brook in New London County, Connecticut. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 years old, younger than the Connecticut average of 56.7 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 12,400 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,425 by 2041. The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long and 64 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US Route 1 over Latimer Brook built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is US Route 1 over Latimer Brook in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.
How much traffic does US Route 1 over Latimer Brook carry?
About 12,400 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is US Route 1 over Latimer Brook?
The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 64 ft wide.
Who owns US Route 1 over Latimer Brook?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.