US Bridges

ST123 E Main ST over Water Rumford River

Fair

Bristol County, Massachusetts · .8 MI NE of ST 140 · Structure no. N230143V0DOTNBI

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
50 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
10,786
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST123 E Main ST over Water Rumford River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying ST123 E Main ST over Water Rumford River in Bristol County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 10,786 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 31,586 by 2031. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 53 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesST123 E Main ST
CrossesWater Rumford River
Location.8 MI NE of ST 140
RouteState Highway 123
CountyBristol County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates41.97301, -71.1748
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.5 US tons
Inventory rating29 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length50 ft (15.2 m)
Longest span47 ft (14.3 m)
Deck width53 ft (16.2 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,786 (2024)
Projected traffic31,586 by 2031
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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$2.5 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was ST123 E Main ST over Water Rumford River built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is ST123 E Main ST over Water Rumford River 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does ST123 E Main ST over Water Rumford River carry?

About 10,786 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is ST123 E Main ST over Water Rumford River?

The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.3 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.

Who owns ST123 E Main ST over Water Rumford River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.