US Bridges

HWY Canal ST over Water Mill Brook

Good

Worcester County, Massachusetts · Betwn RT2A&S.ATHOL RD · Structure no. A1504518FMUNNBI

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
259
2020 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Canal ST over Water Mill Brook is a concrete culvert carrying HWY Canal ST over Water Mill Brook in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 259 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,022 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesHWY Canal ST
CrossesWater Mill Brook
LocationBetwn RT2A&S.ATHOL RD
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates42.59164, -72.23661
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
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
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 rating109.9 US tons
Inventory rating65.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3.1 m)
Deck width33 ft (10 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic259 (2020)
Projected traffic1,022 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerTown or Township Highway Agency
Maintained byTown or Township Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$611,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Canal ST over Water Mill Brook built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Canal ST over Water Mill 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does HWY Canal ST over Water Mill Brook carry?

About 259 vehicles per day (2020 count).

How long is HWY Canal ST over Water Mill Brook?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.1 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Canal ST over Water Mill Brook?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.