US Bridges

ST 85 River ST over Water Sudbury River

Good

Middlesex County, Massachusetts · 1000FT S.Of Southville RD · Structure no. H23004B5GMUNNBI

Built
2014
11 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
60 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
9,501
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST 85 River ST over Water Sudbury River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying ST 85 River ST over Water Sudbury River in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 years old, younger 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 9,501 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks. The structure is 60 ft (18.2 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 4.3 mi (7 km).

CarriesST 85 River ST
CrossesWater Sudbury River
Location1000FT S.Of Southville RD
RouteState Highway 85
Coordinates42.26634, -71.52244
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating57.1 US tons
Inventory rating42.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length60 ft (18.2 m)
Longest span45 ft (13.7 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.7 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,501 (2023)
Projected traffic—
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed4.3 mi (7 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$1.1 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was ST 85 River ST over Water Sudbury River built?

It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.

What condition is ST 85 River 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does ST 85 River ST over Water Sudbury River carry?

About 9,501 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is ST 85 River ST over Water Sudbury River?

The structure is 60 ft (18.2 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns ST 85 River ST over Water Sudbury River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.