HWY Canal Street over Water Merrimack Canal
GoodMiddlesex County, Massachusetts · 0.8 Km. W. of Rt. 3A · Structure no. L150892D1MUNNBI
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 53 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,700
- 2024 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
HWY Canal Street over Water Merrimack Canal is a prestressed concrete slab carrying HWY Canal Street over Water Merrimack Canal in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 5,700 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,263 by 2031. The structure is 53 ft (16.1 m) long and 61 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Canal Street over Water Merrimack Canal built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is HWY Canal Street over Water Merrimack Canal 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does HWY Canal Street over Water Merrimack Canal carry?
About 5,700 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is HWY Canal Street over Water Merrimack Canal?
The structure is 53 ft (16.1 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.5 m) and a deck 61 ft wide.
Who owns HWY Canal Street over Water Merrimack Canal?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.