Bissell Bridge

Bissell Bridge is a road bridge crossing the Connecticut River between Windsor and South Windsor as part of Interstate 291. The structure has four traffic lanes and includes a separate pedestrian pathway on the northern side for walkers and cyclists.

The bridge was commissioned in 1957 by the Greater Hartford Bridge Authority to reduce traffic congestion on the nearby Bulkeley Bridge. In 1960, it was named after Captain John Bissell, an early settler who established the first ferry service in Windsor.

The structure received its name in 1960 to honor Captain John Bissell, an early settler who established the first ferry service in Windsor.

The bridge is open continuously to vehicles and pedestrians and provides straightforward navigation as a main traffic link between the two towns. Visitors can use the northern pathway to explore the area or observe the river below.

The bridge operated with toll collection until 1983, when a serious accident at the tollbooth prompted the removal of this fee system. This event became a turning point for transportation policy in the region as state bridge tolls were subsequently eliminated.

Location: Connecticut

Official opening: 1958

GPS coordinates: 41.81310,-72.64440

Latest update: December 13, 2025 17:03