HWY Chestnut ST over Water Ipswich River
PoorClosed to trafficMiddlesex County, Massachusetts · 0.16 Km. S. of Rte. 62 · Structure no. N180032D4MUNNBI
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 32 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,200
- 2018 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
HWY Chestnut ST over Water Ipswich River is a steel culvert carrying HWY Chestnut ST over Water Ipswich River in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 years old, younger than the Massachusetts average of 63.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 2 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.
It carries about 5,200 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,370 by 2033. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 2 Critical | Advanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was HWY Chestnut ST over Water Ipswich River built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is HWY Chestnut ST over Water Ipswich River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.
How much traffic does HWY Chestnut ST over Water Ipswich River carry?
About 5,200 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is HWY Chestnut ST over Water Ipswich River?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns HWY Chestnut ST over Water Ipswich River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.