Route 89 over Fenton River
FairTolland County, Connecticut · .97 MI North of RTE 195 · Structure no. 01253
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,900
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 89 over Fenton River is a concrete culvert carrying Route 89 over Fenton River in Tolland County, Connecticut. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 years old, older 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 2,900 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,309 by 2040. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Route 89 over Fenton River built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is Route 89 over Fenton 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 Route 89 over Fenton River carry?
About 2,900 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Route 89 over Fenton River?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Route 89 over Fenton River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.