US Bridges

HWY Bellngham ST over Water Mill River

GoodPosted for load

Worcester County, Massachusetts · 1.2 Mi.West of ST.140 · Structure no. M150021GHMUNNBI

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
47 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,444
2022 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Bellngham ST over Water Mill River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY Bellngham ST over Water Mill River in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 years old, younger 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 4,444 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,658 by 2033. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesHWY Bellngham ST
CrossesWater Mill River
Location1.2 Mi.West of ST.140
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates42.09319, -71.51795
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.2 US tons
Inventory rating37.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length47 ft (14.3 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width25 ft (7.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,444 (2022)
Projected traffic1,658 by 2033
Trucks6%
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$2 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Bellngham ST over Water Mill River built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Bellngham ST over Water Mill 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does HWY Bellngham ST over Water Mill River carry?

About 4,444 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is HWY Bellngham ST over Water Mill River?

The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Bellngham ST over Water Mill River?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.