US Bridges

ST 62 /ST70/CHESNT over Water Nashua River

Good

Worcester County, Massachusetts · 0.5 MI Below Wach. Res · Structure no. C16003B3CDOTNBI

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
203 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
7,517
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST 62 /ST70/CHESNT over Water Nashua River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying ST 62 /ST70/CHESNT over Water Nashua River in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 7,517 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,793 by 2032. The structure is 203 ft (62 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesST 62 /ST70/CHESNT
CrossesWater Nashua River
Location0.5 MI Below Wach. Res
RouteState Highway 62
CountyWorcester County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.41027, -71.68178
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
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 alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating76.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length203 ft (62 m)
Longest span98 ft (30 m)
Deck width58 ft (17.7 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,517 (2022)
Projected traffic15,793 by 2032
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$443,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was ST 62 /ST70/CHESNT over Water Nashua River built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is ST 62 /ST70/CHESNT over Water Nashua 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does ST 62 /ST70/CHESNT over Water Nashua River carry?

About 7,517 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is ST 62 /ST70/CHESNT over Water Nashua River?

The structure is 203 ft (62 m) long with a longest span of 98 ft (30 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.

Who owns ST 62 /ST70/CHESNT over Water Nashua River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.