HWY West ST over Water Riddle Brook
GoodWorcester County, Massachusetts · 0.2 M W of ST-16 · Structure no. D090181FCMUNNBI
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 3,300
- 2024 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
HWY West ST over Water Riddle Brook is a prestressed concrete slab carrying HWY West ST over Water Riddle Brook in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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.
It carries about 3,300 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,285 by 2031. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was HWY West ST over Water Riddle Brook built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is HWY West ST over Water Riddle 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does HWY West ST over Water Riddle Brook carry?
About 3,300 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is HWY West ST over Water Riddle Brook?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns HWY West ST over Water Riddle Brook?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.