US Bridges

HWY Franklin ST over Water Sudbury River

GoodPosted for load

Middlesex County, Massachusetts · 1000 Ft N Mt Waite Av · Structure no. F0703024BMUNNBI

Built
1934
91 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Arch - Deck
Concrete
Length
60 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
6,700
2025 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Franklin ST over Water Sudbury River is a concrete arch - deck carrying HWY Franklin ST over Water Sudbury River in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1934, so it is 91 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 6,700 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 33,797 by 2032. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 59 ft wide.

CarriesHWY Franklin ST
CrossesWater Sudbury River
Location1000 Ft N Mt Waite Av
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates42.29153, -71.42993
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating49.3 US tons
Inventory rating29.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeArch - Deck
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length60 ft (18.3 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width59 ft (17.9 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,700 (2025)
Projected traffic33,797 by 2032
Trucks10%
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

OwnerTown or Township Highway Agency
Maintained byTown or Township Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$3.3 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Franklin ST over Water Sudbury River built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Franklin ST over Water Sudbury River 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does HWY Franklin ST over Water Sudbury River carry?

About 6,700 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is HWY Franklin ST over Water Sudbury River?

The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Franklin ST over Water Sudbury River?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.