Route 85 over Harris Brook
GoodNew London County, Connecticut · 0.1 MI N of Route 82 · Structure no. 05583
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,900
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 85 over Harris Brook is a concrete culvert carrying Route 85 over Harris Brook in New London County, Connecticut. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 3,900 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,795 by 2041. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 40 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Route 85 over Harris Brook built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is Route 85 over Harris 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Route 85 over Harris Brook carry?
About 3,900 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Route 85 over Harris Brook?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns Route 85 over Harris Brook?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.