US Bridges

ST119 South ST over Water Nashua River Trib

Fair

Middlesex County, Massachusetts · 600 N of Groton Tl · Structure no. P0601426XDOTNBI

Built
1910
115 years old, rebuilt 1931
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
13,807
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST119 South ST over Water Nashua River Trib is a concrete continuous culvert carrying ST119 South ST over Water Nashua River Trib in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1910 and reconstructed in 1931, so it is 115 years old, older than the Massachusetts average of 63.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 13,807 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,280 by 2031. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesST119 South ST
CrossesWater Nashua River Trib
Location600 N of Groton Tl
RouteState Highway 119
CountyMiddlesex County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.62764, -71.59489
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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 rating48.7 US tons
Inventory rating29.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,807 (2023)
Projected traffic26,280 by 2031
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$922,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was ST119 South ST over Water Nashua River Trib built?

It was built in 1910, making it 115 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1931.

What condition is ST119 South ST over Water Nashua River Trib in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.

How much traffic does ST119 South ST over Water Nashua River Trib carry?

About 13,807 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is ST119 South ST over Water Nashua River Trib?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns ST119 South ST over Water Nashua River Trib?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.