Route 74 over Hockanum River
FairTolland County, Connecticut · .5 Mile East of Route 31 · Structure no. 01868
- Built
- 1938
- 87 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,200
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 74 over Hockanum River is a concrete slab carrying Route 74 over Hockanum River in Tolland County, Connecticut. It was built in 1938, so it is 87 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 2,200 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,269 by 2040. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long and 39 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Route 74 over Hockanum River built?
It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025.
What condition is Route 74 over Hockanum 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does Route 74 over Hockanum River carry?
About 2,200 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Route 74 over Hockanum River?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns Route 74 over Hockanum River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.