Route 171 over Hamilton Reservoir Brook
GoodPosted for loadTolland County, Connecticut · .3 Mile West of I-84 · Structure no. 01421
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 75 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,700
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 171 over Hamilton Reservoir Brook is a concrete continuous slab carrying Route 171 over Hamilton Reservoir Brook in Tolland County, Connecticut. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 1,700 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,526 by 2043. The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long and 35 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Route 171 over Hamilton Reservoir Brook built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is Route 171 over Hamilton Reservoir Brook 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Route 171 over Hamilton Reservoir Brook carry?
About 1,700 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Route 171 over Hamilton Reservoir Brook?
The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns Route 171 over Hamilton Reservoir Brook?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.