HWY South RD over Water Elm Brook
PoorPosted for loadMiddlesex County, Massachusetts · .6 MI S of Rt 4 & 225 · Structure no. B040102B7MUNNBI
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,750
- 2024 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
HWY South RD over Water Elm Brook is a concrete culvert carrying HWY South RD over Water Elm Brook in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, younger 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: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 3,750 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,791 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was HWY South RD over Water Elm Brook built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is HWY South RD over Water Elm Brook 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does HWY South RD over Water Elm Brook carry?
About 3,750 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is HWY South RD over Water Elm Brook?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.
Who owns HWY South RD over Water Elm Brook?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.