HWY South ST over Water Sawmill River
PoorClosed to trafficFranklin County, Massachusetts · 0.2 MI W of ST 63 · Structure no. M280260R6MUNNBI
- Built
- 1938
- 87 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 45 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 647
- 2019 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
HWY South ST over Water Sawmill River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY South ST over Water Sawmill River in Franklin County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1938, so it is 87 years old, older than the Massachusetts average of 63.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.
It carries about 647 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,027 by 2032. The structure is 45 ft (13.6 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was HWY South ST over Water Sawmill River built?
It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025.
What condition is HWY South ST over Water Sawmill River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.
How much traffic does HWY South ST over Water Sawmill River carry?
About 647 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is HWY South ST over Water Sawmill River?
The structure is 45 ft (13.6 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.8 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns HWY South ST over Water Sawmill River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.