HWY River ST over Water Assabet River
FairPosted for loadWorcester County, Massachusetts · 150 Ft. S. of Hudson St. · Structure no. N200011GTMUNNBI
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 60 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,050
- 2023 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
HWY River ST over Water Assabet River is a concrete continuous slab carrying HWY River ST over Water Assabet River in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 1,050 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 948 by 2032. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was HWY River ST over Water Assabet River built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is HWY River ST over Water Assabet 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does HWY River ST over Water Assabet River carry?
About 1,050 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is HWY River ST over Water Assabet River?
The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns HWY River ST over Water Assabet River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.