Route 74 over Fenton River
GoodTolland County, Connecticut · 1.3 Mile East of RTE 320 · Structure no. 00983
- Built
- 1933
- 92 years old, rebuilt 1993
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 4,000
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 74 over Fenton River is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Route 74 over Fenton River in Tolland County, Connecticut. It was built in 1933 and reconstructed in 1993, so it is 92 years old, older 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 4,000 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,944 by 2040. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Route 74 over Fenton River built?
It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1993.
What condition is Route 74 over Fenton River 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does Route 74 over Fenton River carry?
About 4,000 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Route 74 over Fenton River?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns Route 74 over Fenton River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.