US Bridges

Route 85 over Jordan Brook

Fair

New London County, Connecticut · 0.7 MI S of I-395 · Structure no. 05999

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
21 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
21,600
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Route 85 over Jordan Brook is a steel culvert carrying Route 85 over Jordan Brook in New London County, Connecticut. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger 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 21,600 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 32,095 by 2043. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesRoute 85
CrossesJordan Brook
Location0.7 MI S of I-395
RouteState Highway 85
CountyNew London County
StateConnecticut
Coordinates41.38768, -72.15965
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,600 (2023)
Projected traffic32,095 by 2043
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Route 85 over Jordan Brook built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is Route 85 over Jordan 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Route 85 over Jordan Brook carry?

About 21,600 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Route 85 over Jordan Brook?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns Route 85 over Jordan Brook?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.