HWY West Street over Water Charles River
GoodNorfolk County, Massachusetts · .9 MI N of ST-109 · Structure no. M110022A4MUNNBI
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 154 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,600
- 2023 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
HWY West Street over Water Charles River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY West Street over Water Charles River in Norfolk County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 11,600 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,320 by 2032. The structure is 154 ft (46.9 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was HWY West Street over Water Charles River built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is HWY West Street 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does HWY West Street over Water Charles River carry?
About 11,600 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is HWY West Street over Water Charles River?
The structure is 154 ft (46.9 m) long with a longest span of 77 ft (23.5 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns HWY West Street over Water Charles River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.