US Bridges

ST110 High ST over Water S Br Nashua River

FairPosted for load

Worcester County, Massachusetts · .4 Mi.Sth.Of Lancaster Tl · Structure no. C160011LNDOTNBI

Built
1942
83 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete Continuous
Length
128 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,128
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST110 High ST over Water S Br Nashua River is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying ST110 High ST over Water S Br Nashua River in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1942, so it is 83 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 4,128 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,792 by 2032. The structure is 128 ft (39 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesST110 High ST
CrossesWater S Br Nashua River
Location.4 Mi.Sth.Of Lancaster Tl
RouteState Highway 110
Coordinates42.43272, -71.68037
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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 rating35.5 US tons
Inventory rating21.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length128 ft (39 m)
Longest span43 ft (13.2 m)
Deck width46 ft (13.9 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,128 (2022)
Projected traffic12,792 by 2032
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$5.4 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was ST110 High ST over Water S Br Nashua River built?

It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025.

What condition is ST110 High ST over Water S Br Nashua 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does ST110 High ST over Water S Br Nashua River carry?

About 4,128 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is ST110 High ST over Water S Br Nashua River?

The structure is 128 ft (39 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.2 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns ST110 High ST over Water S Br Nashua River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.