ST 63 Federal ST over Water Sawmill River
FairFranklin County, Massachusetts · Jct. ST 47 · Structure no. M280330W4DOTNBI
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 4,655
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
ST 63 Federal ST over Water Sawmill River is a concrete tee beam carrying ST 63 Federal ST over Water Sawmill River in Franklin County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 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 5 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 4,655 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,370 by 2031. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 ST 63 Federal ST over Water Sawmill River built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.
What condition is ST 63 Federal ST over Water Sawmill 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does ST 63 Federal ST over Water Sawmill River carry?
About 4,655 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is ST 63 Federal ST over Water Sawmill River?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns ST 63 Federal ST over Water Sawmill River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.