Route 319 over Middle River
FairTolland County, Connecticut · 0.7 MI East of Route 190 · Structure no. 05264
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,700
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 319 over Middle River is a concrete culvert carrying Route 319 over Middle River in Tolland County, Connecticut. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 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 4,700 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,984 by 2043. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Route 319 over Middle River built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is Route 319 over Middle 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does Route 319 over Middle River carry?
About 4,700 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Route 319 over Middle River?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns Route 319 over Middle River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.