US 6 State RD over Water Westport Riv Spl
FairBristol County, Massachusetts · .5 Mi. West of Reed RD · Structure no. D040043NVDOTNBI
- Built
- 1850
- 175 years old, rebuilt 1937
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 10,390
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 6 State RD over Water Westport Riv Spl is a concrete culvert carrying US 6 State RD over Water Westport Riv Spl in Bristol County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1850 and reconstructed in 1937, so it is 175 years old, older than the Massachusetts average of 63.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 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 10,390 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 39,482 by 2032. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
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Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 6 State RD over Water Westport Riv Spl built?
It was built in 1850, making it 175 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1937.
What condition is US 6 State RD over Water Westport Riv Spl 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does US 6 State RD over Water Westport Riv Spl carry?
About 10,390 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US 6 State RD over Water Westport Riv Spl?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7 m).
Who owns US 6 State RD over Water Westport Riv Spl?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.