Middlebury Bridge Superstructure Replacement

Project Details

Location: Middlebury, CT
Completion Date: September 30, 2022
Project Type: Bridge Construction/Rehabilitation - Demolition - Piping Systems - Utility Work - Site Work
Overall Length: 295 ft.
Main Span Length: 105 ft.
Primary Materials: Steel, Reinforced Concrete
Total Project Value: $7,357,683.21
SUMMARY

The project involved the replacement of Bridge No. 01160 carrying Benson Rd over I-84. The existing superstructure was a 4-span bridge with three piers and was fully replaced with new steel girders and concrete deck. The substructure received major repairs including new Pier caps and infills. The project was a success and the road was opened to the pubic a month ahead of schedule.

Key Challenges

The project had an allowable 245-day road shutdown period in which the bridge must be demolished, replaced and re-opened. This project was heavily contingent on utility relocations of a water main, sanitary force main, and gas main to allow the bridges to be removed and replaced. We completed the utility relocation work with a temporary bridge over I-84 during the first season. The purpose of this is to make sure that all utility relocation work is completed during the first season and focus on the bridge replacement during the road shutdown on the second season.

Partner with ROTHA

ROTHA works with public agencies and private clients on a wide range of heavy civil projects. Regardless of the project’s scope or complexity, we bring the same commitment to planning, coordination, and delivering quality results.