HWY Bridge ST over Water Bass River

Poor Condition97 years old21,300 vehicles/day

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyEssex
Location.1 Mile West Of River ST
CarriesHWY Bridge ST
CrossesWater Bass River
Coordinates42.54966, -70.88774

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure4 (Poor)
Substructure3 (Serious)
Channel/Waterway5 (Fair)
Scour Critical4 — Foundations need monitoring

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignMovable - Swing
Total Length269.0 ft (82 m)
Max Span152.9 ft (46.6 m)
Deck Width54.1 ft (16.5 m)
Deck Area1,353 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1929

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic21,300 (2018)
Truck Traffic3%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionNovember 2024
Inspection FrequencyEvery 18 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure NumberB11001306DOTNBI

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