US Bridges

ST 62 /ST2A/MAIN over Water Sudbury River

FairPosted for load

Middlesex County, Massachusetts · 1.0 KM NE Rt 2 · Structure no. C190042KJDOTNBI

Built
1909
116 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Arch - Deck
Concrete
Length
72 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
17,100
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST 62 /ST2A/MAIN over Water Sudbury River is a concrete arch - deck carrying ST 62 /ST2A/MAIN over Water Sudbury River in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1909, so it is 116 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 17,100 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,977 by 2031. The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long and 32 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesST 62 /ST2A/MAIN
CrossesWater Sudbury River
Location1.0 KM NE Rt 2
RouteState Highway 62
CountyMiddlesex County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.45803, -71.36618
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
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 adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating72.9 US tons
Inventory rating46 US tons

Structure

Structure typeArch - Deck
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length72 ft (21.9 m)
Longest span72 ft (21.9 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.9 m)
Roadway width27 ft (8.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic17,100 (2018)
Projected traffic27,977 by 2031
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$2.1 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was ST 62 /ST2A/MAIN over Water Sudbury River built?

It was built in 1909, making it 116 years old in 2025.

What condition is ST 62 /ST2A/MAIN 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does ST 62 /ST2A/MAIN over Water Sudbury River carry?

About 17,100 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is ST 62 /ST2A/MAIN over Water Sudbury River?

The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (21.9 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns ST 62 /ST2A/MAIN over Water Sudbury River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.