US Bridges

HWY Moulton ST over Water Miles River

Good

Essex County, Massachusetts · .4K E. of ST 1A · Structure no. H030048NFMUNNBI

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
37 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,293
2019 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Moulton ST over Water Miles River is a prestressed concrete slab carrying HWY Moulton ST over Water Miles River in Essex County, Massachusetts. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 1,293 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,843 by 2032. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesHWY Moulton ST
CrossesWater Miles River
Location.4K E. of ST 1A
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates42.63374, -70.84029
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating68 US tons
Inventory rating57.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span34 ft (10.4 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.4 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,293 (2019)
Projected traffic5,843 by 2032
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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$1.6 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Moulton ST over Water Miles River built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Moulton ST over Water Miles 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does HWY Moulton ST over Water Miles River carry?

About 1,293 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is HWY Moulton ST over Water Miles River?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Moulton ST over Water Miles River?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.