US Bridges

HWY HWY E Hartfo over Water Water W River

Fair

Worcester County, Massachusetts · 600 W of Connor Pass · Structure no. U02017BWHMUNNBI

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
20 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,876
2023 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY HWY E Hartfo over Water Water W River is a concrete culvert carrying HWY HWY E Hartfo over Water Water W River in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 5,876 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY HWY E Hartfo
CrossesWater Water W River
Location600 W of Connor Pass
RouteCity Street 0
CountyWorcester County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.10041, -71.60121
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating97.2 US tons
Inventory rating58.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length20 ft (6.1 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,876 (2023)
Projected traffic—
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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$427,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY HWY E Hartfo over Water Water W River built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY HWY E Hartfo over Water Water W 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does HWY HWY E Hartfo over Water Water W River carry?

About 5,876 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is HWY HWY E Hartfo over Water Water W River?

The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.8 m).

Who owns HWY HWY E Hartfo over Water Water W River?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.