HWY Bridge ST over Water Ware River

Good Condition139 years old259 vehicles/day

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyWorcester
LocationW Of Rt32 In Gilbertville
CarriesHWY Bridge ST
CrossesWater Ware River
Coordinates42.31004, -72.21189

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical4 — Foundations need monitoring

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length136.8 ft (41.7 m)
Max Span133.5 ft (40.7 m)
Deck Width19.4 ft (5.9 m)
Deck Area246.0 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1887 (reconstructed 2010)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic259 (2018)
Truck Traffic6%
Lanes On Bridge1

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionOctober 2024
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerTown/Township Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is on the National Register of Historic Places
Structure NumberH0801218LMUNNBI

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