HWY Houghton RD over Water E Wachusett Brook
FairWorcester County, Massachusetts · 1 Mi. W of ST-140. · Structure no. P160101H6MUNNBI
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 300
- 2024 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
HWY Houghton RD over Water E Wachusett Brook is a concrete culvert carrying HWY Houghton RD over Water E Wachusett Brook in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 300 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 63 by 2031. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was HWY Houghton RD over Water E Wachusett Brook built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is HWY Houghton RD over Water E Wachusett 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does HWY Houghton RD over Water E Wachusett Brook carry?
About 300 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is HWY Houghton RD over Water E Wachusett Brook?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns HWY Houghton RD over Water E Wachusett Brook?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.