US Bridges

HWY W Church ST over Water Rumford River

Good

Bristol County, Massachusetts · 0.1 M W of Mnsfield Centr · Structure no. M03037B73MUNNBI

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
286
2024 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY W Church ST over Water Rumford River is a concrete culvert carrying HWY W Church 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 286 vehicles a day, projected to reach 948 by 2031. The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesHWY W Church ST
CrossesWater Rumford River
Location0.1 M W of Mnsfield Centr
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates42.02917, -71.22099
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating59.9 US tons
Inventory rating43.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length24 ft (7.2 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.4 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic286 (2024)
Projected traffic948 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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$503,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY W Church ST over Water Rumford River built?

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

What condition is HWY W Church 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 W Church ST over Water Rumford River carry?

About 286 vehicles per day (2024 count).

How long is HWY W Church ST over Water Rumford River?

The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns HWY W Church ST over Water Rumford River?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.