US Bridges

HWY Leyden RD over Water Glen Brook

Good

Franklin County, Massachusetts · .1 M S Eunice Wllms DR · Structure no. G12041AHNMUNNBI

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
25 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,328
2024 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Leyden RD over Water Glen Brook is a steel culvert carrying HWY Leyden RD over Water Glen Brook in Franklin County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 2,328 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,717 by 2031. The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesHWY Leyden RD
CrossesWater Glen Brook
Location.1 M S Eunice Wllms DR
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates42.64332, -72.6101
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating74.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length25 ft (7.7 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,328 (2024)
Projected traffic5,717 by 2031
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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$682,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Leyden RD over Water Glen Brook built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Leyden RD over Water Glen Brook 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does HWY Leyden RD over Water Glen Brook carry?

About 2,328 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is HWY Leyden RD over Water Glen Brook?

The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.7 m).

Who owns HWY Leyden RD over Water Glen Brook?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.