New Boston Road over Miller River
GoodPosted for loadWorcester County, Massachusetts · 16.09 KM N of Gardner · Structure no. CEPNEDMA2510014
- Built
- 1900
- 125 years old, rebuilt 1976
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 41 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 2019 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Corps of Engineers (Civil)
About this bridge
New Boston Road over Miller River is a prestressed concrete slab carrying New Boston Road over Miller River in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1900 and reconstructed in 1976, so it is 125 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 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 50 by 2040. The structure is 41 ft (12.6 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was New Boston Road over Miller River built?
It was built in 1900, making it 125 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1976.
What condition is New Boston Road over Miller 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 New Boston Road over Miller River carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (2019 count).
How long is New Boston Road over Miller River?
The structure is 41 ft (12.6 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.1 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.
Who owns New Boston Road over Miller River?
It is owned by the Corps of Engineers (Civil).