HWY First ST over Water Broad Canal

Poor Condition102 years old15,388 vehicles/day

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyMiddlesex
Location.16 Km N Of Longfellow Br
CarriesHWY First ST
CrossesWater Broad Canal
Coordinates42.36250, -71.07885

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure4 (Poor)
Substructure4 (Poor)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignGirder and Floorbeam
Total Length120.1 ft (36.6 m)
Max Span40.0 ft (12.2 m)
Deck Width55.4 ft (16.9 m)
Deck Area618.5 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1924 (reconstructed 2000)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic15,388 (2024)
Truck Traffic2%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection624
Inspection FrequencyEvery 12 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is possibly eligible (requires evaluation)
Structure NumberC010084DMDOTNBI

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