HWY Union ST over Water Merrimack River

Fair Condition138 years old24,050 vehicles/day

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyEssex
LocationAt Merrimac River
CarriesHWY Union ST
CrossesWater Merrimack River
Coordinates42.70424, -71.15336

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck8 (Very Good)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical4 — Foundations need monitoring

Physical Characteristics

MaterialAluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron
DesignTruss - Thru
Total Length609.9 ft (185.9 m)
Max Span130.9 ft (39.9 m)
Deck Width48.9 ft (14.9 m)
Deck Area2769.9 sq m
Main Spans5
Year Built1888 (reconstructed 2012)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic24,050 (2019)
Truck Traffic5%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection123
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is eligible for the National Register
Structure NumberL04003317DOTNBI

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