US Bridges

HWY Pond ST over Water Unknown Creek

Fair

Middlesex County, Massachusetts · Btwn Bayberry LN & Pnd ST · Structure no. B12034CNEMUNNBI

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,696
2023 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Pond ST over Water Unknown Creek is a concrete culvert carrying HWY Pond ST over Water Unknown Creek in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 years old, younger 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 4,696 vehicles a day. The structure is 21 ft (6.5 m) long and 34 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesHWY Pond ST
CrossesWater Unknown Creek
LocationBtwn Bayberry LN & Pnd ST
RouteCity Street 0
CountyMiddlesex County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.57724, -71.26131
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour evaluation has not been made
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating48.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.5 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.5 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.5 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,696 (2023)
Projected traffic—
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byTown or Township Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$476,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Pond ST over Water Unknown Creek built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Pond ST over Water Unknown Creek 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does HWY Pond ST over Water Unknown Creek carry?

About 4,696 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is HWY Pond ST over Water Unknown Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.5 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.5 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Pond ST over Water Unknown Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency and maintained by the Town or Township Highway Agency.