HWY Hardwick RD over Water Ware River

Fair Condition48 years old2,800 vehicles/day

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyWorcester
LocationNew Braintree T. L.
CarriesHWY Hardwick RD
CrossesWater Ware River
Coordinates42.34336, -72.15783

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length125.7 ft (38.3 m)
Max Span119.4 ft (36.4 m)
Deck Width41.3 ft (12.6 m)
Deck Area482.6 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1978

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic2,800 (2024)
Truck Traffic9%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection124
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerTown/Township Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceHistorical significance is not determined
Structure NumberH080016LFMUNNBI

Nearby Bridges

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