HWY Elm ST over Water Mill River
FairWorcester County, Massachusetts · 1 M SE of Blackstone ST · Structure no. B130201EEMUNNBI
- Built
- 1880
- 145 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Masonry
- Length
- 43 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,900
- 2024 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
HWY Elm ST over Water Mill River is a masonry arch - deck carrying HWY Elm ST over Water Mill River in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1880, so it is 145 years old, older than the Massachusetts average of 63.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 1,900 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,317 by 2033. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 Elm ST over Water Mill River built?
It was built in 1880, making it 145 years old in 2025.
What condition is HWY Elm ST over Water Mill River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.
How much traffic does HWY Elm ST over Water Mill River carry?
About 1,900 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is HWY Elm ST over Water Mill River?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns HWY Elm ST over Water Mill River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.