HWY Lower County over Water Herring River
GoodPosted for loadBarnstable County, Massachusetts · 2 MI W of Rt 28 · Structure no. H10001423MUNNBI
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old, rebuilt 2003
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 136 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,143
- 2023 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
HWY Lower County over Water Herring River is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY Lower County over Water Herring River in Barnstable County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 2003, so it is 95 years old, older than the Massachusetts average of 63.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 3,143 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,055 by 2032. The structure is 136 ft (41.5 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was HWY Lower County over Water Herring River built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2003.
What condition is HWY Lower County over Water Herring River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in June 2023.
How much traffic does HWY Lower County over Water Herring River carry?
About 3,143 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is HWY Lower County over Water Herring River?
The structure is 136 ft (41.5 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns HWY Lower County over Water Herring River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.