ST 31 River ST over Water N Nashua River
FairWorcester County, Massachusetts · East of Broad Street · Structure no. F040101KRDOTNBI
- Built
- 1900
- 125 years old, rebuilt 1952
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 91 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,756
- 2023 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 1900 and reconstructed in 1952, 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 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: open, would be posted or closed except for temporary shoring.
It carries about 9,756 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,690 by 2031. The structure is 91 ft (27.7 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
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Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was ST 31 River ST over Water N Nashua River built?
It was built in 1900, making it 125 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1952.
What condition is ST 31 River ST over Water N 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does ST 31 River ST over Water N Nashua River carry?
About 9,756 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is ST 31 River ST over Water N Nashua River?
The structure is 91 ft (27.7 m) long with a longest span of 44 ft (13.4 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns ST 31 River ST over Water N Nashua River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.