US 3 over Water Moores Canal
GoodMiddlesex County, Massachusetts · 1.4 MI NW Drum Hill · Structure no. C080452GDDOTNBI
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 106,700
- 2017 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 3 over Water Moores Canal is a concrete culvert carrying US 3 over Water Moores Canal in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1959, 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 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 106,700 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 136,136 by 2032. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 3 over Water Moores Canal built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 3 over Water Moores Canal 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does US 3 over Water Moores Canal carry?
About 106,700 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 3 over Water Moores Canal?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns US 3 over Water Moores Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.