US Bridges

ST 2 WB over Water Nashua River

Fair

Worcester County, Massachusetts · MM106.5 .1 E of Jcksn RD · Structure no. H090151PBDOTNBI

Built
1953
72 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
170 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
23,614
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST 2 WB over Water Nashua River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying ST 2 WB over Water Nashua River in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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.

It carries about 23,614 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 69,489 by 2032. The structure is 170 ft (51.8 m) long and 89 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesST 2 WB
CrossesWater Nashua River
LocationMM106.5 .1 E of Jcksn RD
RouteState Highway 2
CountyWorcester County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.52061, -71.63312
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating54 US tons
Inventory rating32.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length170 ft (51.8 m)
Longest span82 ft (25 m)
Deck width89 ft (27.1 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic23,614 (2022)
Projected traffic69,489 by 2032
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$13.7 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was ST 2 WB over Water Nashua River built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.

What condition is ST 2 WB over Water 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 2023.

How much traffic does ST 2 WB over Water Nashua River carry?

About 23,614 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is ST 2 WB over Water Nashua River?

The structure is 170 ft (51.8 m) long with a longest span of 82 ft (25 m) and a deck 89 ft wide.

Who owns ST 2 WB over Water Nashua River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.