HWY Moody ST over Water Charles River
FairMiddlesex County, Massachusetts · .89 Mi. N. Newton Twn.Ln. · Structure no. W040042CAMUNNBI
- Built
- 1917
- 108 years old, rebuilt 1943
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 225 ft
- 9 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,800
- 2024 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
HWY Moody ST over Water Charles River is a concrete arch - deck carrying HWY Moody ST over Water Charles River in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1917 and reconstructed in 1943, so it is 108 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 14,800 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 37,114 by 2032. The structure is 225 ft (68.6 m) long and 66 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 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was HWY Moody ST over Water Charles River built?
It was built in 1917, making it 108 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1943.
What condition is HWY Moody ST over Water Charles River 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does HWY Moody ST over Water Charles River carry?
About 14,800 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is HWY Moody ST over Water Charles River?
The structure is 225 ft (68.6 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 66 ft wide.
Who owns HWY Moody ST over Water Charles River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.