HWY Bridge ST over Water Ware River
GoodPosted for loadWorcester County, Massachusetts · W of RT32 in Gilbertville · Structure no. H0801218LMUNNBI
- Built
- 1887
- 138 years old, rebuilt 2010
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 137 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 259
- 2018 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
HWY Bridge ST over Water Ware River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY Bridge ST over Water Ware River in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1887 and reconstructed in 2010, so it is 138 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 259 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 409 by 2031. The structure is 137 ft (41.7 m) long and 19 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was HWY Bridge ST over Water Ware River built?
It was built in 1887, making it 138 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2010.
What condition is HWY Bridge ST over Water Ware 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does HWY Bridge ST over Water Ware River carry?
About 259 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is HWY Bridge ST over Water Ware River?
The structure is 137 ft (41.7 m) long with a longest span of 134 ft (40.7 m) and a deck 19 ft wide.
Who owns HWY Bridge ST over Water Ware River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.