HWY Balmoral ST over Water Shawsheen River
FairEssex County, Massachusetts · . 1 Mile E of ST-28 · Structure no. A090072RQMUNNBI
- Built
- 1924
- 101 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,100
- 2024 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
HWY Balmoral ST over Water Shawsheen River is a concrete arch - deck carrying HWY Balmoral ST over Water Shawsheen River in Essex County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1924, so it is 101 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 6 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 2,100 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,632 by 2031. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was HWY Balmoral ST over Water Shawsheen River built?
It was built in 1924, making it 101 years old in 2025.
What condition is HWY Balmoral ST over Water Shawsheen 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does HWY Balmoral ST over Water Shawsheen River carry?
About 2,100 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is HWY Balmoral ST over Water Shawsheen River?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.
Who owns HWY Balmoral ST over Water Shawsheen River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.