HWY Central Ave over Water Charles River
GoodPosted for loadNorfolk County, Massachusetts · Needham/Newton Town Line · Structure no. N0400133PMUNNBI
- Built
- 1860
- 165 years old, rebuilt 2016
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 86 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 22,500
- 2023 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
HWY Central Ave over Water Charles River is a concrete arch - deck carrying HWY Central Ave over Water Charles River in Norfolk County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1860 and reconstructed in 2016, so it is 165 years old, older 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 22,500 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 33,165 by 2031. The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was HWY Central Ave over Water Charles River built?
It was built in 1860, making it 165 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2016.
What condition is HWY Central Ave 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does HWY Central Ave over Water Charles River carry?
About 22,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is HWY Central Ave over Water Charles River?
The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.8 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns HWY Central Ave over Water Charles River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.