ST 68 Worcester RD over Water Ware River

Fair Condition72 years old4,680 vehicles/day

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyWorcester
Location1 Mi. N. Of ST 62
CarriesST 68 Worcester RD
CrossesWater Ware River
Coordinates42.46772, -72.00019

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical4 — Foundations need monitoring

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length65.6 ft (20 m)
Max Span60.0 ft (18.3 m)
Deck Width49.9 ft (15.2 m)
Deck Area304 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1954

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic4,680 (2022)
Truck Traffic4%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection124
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure NumberH240201Y2DOTNBI

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