St127 Western AVE over Water Blynman Canal

Poor Condition120 years old4,886 vehicles/day

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyEssex
LocationAt Anisquam River
CarriesSt127 Western AVE
CrossesWater Blynman Canal
Coordinates42.60986, -70.67334

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure3 (Serious)
Substructure3 (Serious)
Channel/Waterway5 (Fair)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignMovable - Bascule
Total Length89.9 ft (27.4 m)
Max Span84.0 ft (25.6 m)
Deck Width45.9 ft (14 m)
Deck Area383.6 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1906 (reconstructed 1981)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic4,886 (2022)
Truck Traffic4%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionDecember 2024
Inspection FrequencyEvery 6 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is eligible for the National Register
Structure NumberG0500230LDOTNBI

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