HWY Mechanics ST over Water Canal

Good Condition105 years old3,620 vehicles/day

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyBristol
Location.25 Mi W Of RTE 152
CarriesHWY Mechanics ST
CrossesWater Canal
Coordinates41.94426, -71.29059

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical7 — Countermeasures installed

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length41.0 ft (12.5 m)
Max Span35.8 ft (10.9 m)
Deck Width50.2 ft (15.3 m)
Deck Area191.2 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1921 (reconstructed 1997)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic3,620 (2023)
Truck Traffic7%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionOctober 2023
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCity/Municipal Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure NumberA160733HXMUNNBI

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