HWY Central ST over Water Lwr Pawtucket Cnl
GoodMiddlesex County, Massachusetts · South of Market ST · Structure no. L1503587GMUNNBI
- Built
- 1835
- 190 years old, rebuilt 2023
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 90 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,184
- 2022 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
HWY Central ST over Water Lwr Pawtucket Cnl is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY Central ST over Water Lwr Pawtucket Cnl in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1835 and reconstructed in 2023, so it is 190 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 12,184 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 39,482 by 2018. The structure is 90 ft (27.4 m) long and 66 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was HWY Central ST over Water Lwr Pawtucket Cnl built?
It was built in 1835, making it 190 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2023.
What condition is HWY Central ST over Water Lwr Pawtucket Cnl 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does HWY Central ST over Water Lwr Pawtucket Cnl carry?
About 12,184 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is HWY Central ST over Water Lwr Pawtucket Cnl?
The structure is 90 ft (27.4 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.8 m) and a deck 66 ft wide.
Who owns HWY Central ST over Water Lwr Pawtucket Cnl?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.