Howard Street over Brook
FairNew London County, Connecticut · 150 Ft N of Hamilton ST · Structure no. 06145
- Built
- 1975
- 50 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,100
- 2023 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Howard Street over Brook is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Howard Street over Brook in New London County, Connecticut. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 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 11,100 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,493 by 2043. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, 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 Howard Street over Brook built?
It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.
What condition is Howard Street over 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 Howard Street over Brook carry?
About 11,100 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Howard Street over Brook?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Howard Street over Brook?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.