HWY Hartford Ave over Water Blackstone River
GoodWorcester County, Massachusetts · 400 Ft. East of Oak ST · Structure no. U020181DLMUNNBI
- Built
- 1900
- 125 years old, rebuilt 1960
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Masonry
- Length
- 39 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 7,627
- 2023 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
HWY Hartford Ave over Water Blackstone River is a masonry arch - deck carrying HWY Hartford Ave over Water Blackstone River in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1900 and reconstructed in 1960, so it is 125 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 7,627 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,900 by 2031. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was HWY Hartford Ave over Water Blackstone River built?
It was built in 1900, making it 125 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1960.
What condition is HWY Hartford Ave over Water Blackstone 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does HWY Hartford Ave over Water Blackstone River carry?
About 7,627 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is HWY Hartford Ave over Water Blackstone River?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.9 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns HWY Hartford Ave over Water Blackstone River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.