US 3 over Water River Meadow Brk
FairMiddlesex County, Massachusetts · 0.25 MI S Rt 3 & Rt 110 · Structure no. C080352G4DOTNBI
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old, rebuilt 2004
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 42 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 126,338
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 3 over Water River Meadow Brk is a concrete culvert carrying US 3 over Water River Meadow Brk in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1959 and reconstructed in 2004, so it is 66 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 6 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 126,338 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 136,136 by 2032. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 3 over Water River Meadow Brk built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2004.
What condition is US 3 over Water River Meadow Brk 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 February 2025.
How much traffic does US 3 over Water River Meadow Brk carry?
About 126,338 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US 3 over Water River Meadow Brk?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns US 3 over Water River Meadow Brk?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.