US Bridges

HWY Russells Way over Water Gilson Brook

Good

Middlesex County, Massachusetts · 0.4 Mi. North of ST-40 · Structure no. W2602690LMUNNBI

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Frame
Concrete
Length
20 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
500
2024 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Russells Way over Water Gilson Brook is a concrete frame carrying HWY Russells Way over Water Gilson Brook in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 500 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,263 by 2031. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Russells Way
CrossesWater Gilson Brook
Location0.4 Mi. North of ST-40
RouteCity Street 0
CountyMiddlesex County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.62969, -71.42813
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
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 rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating80 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length20 ft (6.1 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic500 (2024)
Projected traffic1,263 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerTown or Township Highway Agency
Maintained byTown or Township Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$607,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Russells Way over Water Gilson Brook built?

It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Russells Way over Water Gilson Brook 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does HWY Russells Way over Water Gilson Brook carry?

About 500 vehicles per day (2024 count).

How long is HWY Russells Way over Water Gilson Brook?

The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Russells Way over Water Gilson Brook?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.