US Route 1 over Poquonock River
FairNew London County, Connecticut · 0.5 MI S of US Route 1 · Structure no. 06517
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Channel Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 55 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 12,900
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US Route 1 over Poquonock River is a prestressed concrete channel beam carrying US Route 1 over Poquonock River in New London County, Connecticut. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 12,900 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,168 by 2040. The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US Route 1 over Poquonock River built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is US Route 1 over Poquonock River 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does US Route 1 over Poquonock River carry?
About 12,900 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is US Route 1 over Poquonock River?
The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.
Who owns US Route 1 over Poquonock River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.