US Bridges

HWY New Wstmnstr over Water Joslin Brook

Fair

Worcester County, Massachusetts · 3 MI W of Wesmstr T/L · Structure no. H24022835MUNNBI

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
23 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,647
2023 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY New Wstmnstr over Water Joslin Brook is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying HWY New Wstmnstr over Water Joslin Brook in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 years old, younger 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 6 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 1,647 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,474 by 2031. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY New Wstmnstr
CrossesWater Joslin Brook
Location3 MI W of Wesmstr T/L
RouteCity Street 0
CountyWorcester County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.48099, -71.97572
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating69.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,647 (2023)
Projected traffic3,474 by 2031
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerTown or Township Highway Agency
Maintained byTown or Township Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$820,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY New Wstmnstr over Water Joslin Brook built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY New Wstmnstr over Water Joslin Brook 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does HWY New Wstmnstr over Water Joslin Brook carry?

About 1,647 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is HWY New Wstmnstr over Water Joslin Brook?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns HWY New Wstmnstr over Water Joslin Brook?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.