HWY High ST over Water Charles River
GoodPosted for loadNorfolk County, Massachusetts · 0.8 MI E. of Rte. 126 · Structure no. B06003AVRMUNNBI
- Built
- 2000
- 25 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 500
- 2023 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
HWY High ST over Water Charles River is a prestressed concrete slab carrying HWY High ST over Water Charles River in Norfolk County, Massachusetts. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 500 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 411 by 2032. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was HWY High ST over Water Charles River built?
It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.
What condition is HWY High ST over Water Charles River 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does HWY High ST over Water Charles River carry?
About 500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is HWY High ST over Water Charles River?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.
Who owns HWY High ST over Water Charles River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.