Route 32 over Willimantic River
FairWindham County, Connecticut · 600 Ft South of Route 66 · Structure no. 01852
- Built
- 1868
- 157 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Masonry
- Length
- 80 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 8,300
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 32 over Willimantic River is a masonry arch - deck carrying Route 32 over Willimantic River in Windham County, Connecticut. It was built in 1868, so it is 157 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 8,300 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,333 by 2042. The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Route 32 over Willimantic River built?
It was built in 1868, making it 157 years old in 2025.
What condition is Route 32 over Willimantic 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Route 32 over Willimantic River carry?
About 8,300 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Route 32 over Willimantic River?
The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns Route 32 over Willimantic River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.