US Bridges

HWY High ST over Water Rumford River

Good

Bristol County, Massachusetts · 0.1 MI W of Rumfor Ave · Structure no. M030353LJMUNNBI

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
517
2024 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY High ST over Water Rumford River is a concrete culvert carrying HWY High ST over Water Rumford River in Bristol County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 years old, younger 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.

It carries about 517 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,106 by 2031. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesHWY High ST
CrossesWater Rumford River
Location0.1 MI W of Rumfor Ave
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates42.0285, -71.22061
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating42.7 US tons
Inventory rating25.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic517 (2024)
Projected traffic1,106 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerTown or Township Highway Agency
Maintained byTown or Township Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$689,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY High ST over Water Rumford River built?

It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY High ST over Water Rumford 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does HWY High ST over Water Rumford River carry?

About 517 vehicles per day (2024 count).

How long is HWY High ST over Water Rumford River?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns HWY High ST over Water Rumford River?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.