ST 2 over Water Fall River
GoodFranklin County, Massachusetts · Mm 52.7 on ST 2 · Structure no. G040030UFDOTNBI
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old, rebuilt 2015
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 225 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 28,448
- 2017 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
ST 2 over Water Fall River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying ST 2 over Water Fall River in Franklin County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 2015, so it is 94 years old, older 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 28,448 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,215 by 2032. The structure is 225 ft (68.6 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was ST 2 over Water Fall River built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2015.
What condition is ST 2 over Water Fall 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does ST 2 over Water Fall River carry?
About 28,448 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is ST 2 over Water Fall River?
The structure is 225 ft (68.6 m) long with a longest span of 74 ft (22.6 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns ST 2 over Water Fall River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.