US Bridges

HWY Martin ST over Water Fort Pond Brook

Good

Middlesex County, Massachusetts · 0.2 MI S. of Central St. · Structure no. A0202325BMUNNBI

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,267
2024 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Martin ST over Water Fort Pond Brook is a steel culvert carrying HWY Martin ST over Water Fort Pond Brook in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 4,267 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,212 by 2033. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Martin ST
CrossesWater Fort Pond Brook
Location0.2 MI S. of Central St.
RouteCity Street 0
CountyMiddlesex County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.45891, -71.4617
Functional classUrban Local

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 inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,267 (2024)
Projected traffic5,212 by 2033
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerTown or Township Highway Agency
Maintained byTown or Township Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$880,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Martin ST over Water Fort Pond Brook built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Martin ST over Water Fort Pond 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does HWY Martin ST over Water Fort Pond Brook carry?

About 4,267 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is HWY Martin ST over Water Fort Pond Brook?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns HWY Martin ST over Water Fort Pond Brook?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.