HWY Elm ST over Water Sudbury River
FairMiddlesex County, Massachusetts · 1.2 KM NE Rt 2 & Rt 62 · Structure no. C190022JWDOTNBI
- Built
- 1874
- 151 years old, rebuilt 1932
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Masonry
- Length
- 84 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,086
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
HWY Elm ST over Water Sudbury River is a masonry arch - deck carrying HWY Elm ST over Water Sudbury River in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1874 and reconstructed in 1932, so it is 151 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 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 10,086 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,583 by 2031. The structure is 84 ft (25.6 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was HWY Elm ST over Water Sudbury River built?
It was built in 1874, making it 151 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1932.
What condition is HWY Elm ST over Water Sudbury River 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 Elm ST over Water Sudbury River carry?
About 10,086 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is HWY Elm ST over Water Sudbury River?
The structure is 84 ft (25.6 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns HWY Elm ST over Water Sudbury River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.