ST 31 River ST over Water N Nashua River
GoodWorcester County, Massachusetts · 100 Ft E of Wallace ST · Structure no. F040081KTDOTNBI
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old, rebuilt 2014
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 96 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,104
- 2019 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
ST 31 River ST over Water N Nashua River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying ST 31 River ST over Water N Nashua River in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1947 and reconstructed in 2014, so it is 78 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 9,104 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,690 by 2031. The structure is 96 ft (29.3 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 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 ST 31 River ST over Water N Nashua River built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2014.
What condition is ST 31 River ST over Water N 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does ST 31 River ST over Water N Nashua River carry?
About 9,104 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is ST 31 River ST over Water N Nashua River?
The structure is 96 ft (29.3 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.
Who owns ST 31 River ST over Water N Nashua River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.