HWY River ST over Water Quinebaug River
GoodWorcester County, Massachusetts · At Corner of River Ave · Structure no. S210041D8MUNNBI
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old, rebuilt 1995
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 94 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,000
- 2024 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
HWY River ST over Water Quinebaug River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY River ST over Water Quinebaug River in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1956 and reconstructed in 1995, so it is 69 years old, older 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.
It carries about 1,000 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,106 by 2031. The structure is 94 ft (28.7 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 Quinebaug River built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1995.
What condition is HWY River ST over Water Quinebaug 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does HWY River ST over Water Quinebaug River carry?
About 1,000 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is HWY River ST over Water Quinebaug River?
The structure is 94 ft (28.7 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns HWY River ST over Water Quinebaug River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.