HWY Merrimack ST over Water Merrimack Canal

Fair Condition203 years old18,000 vehicles/day

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyMiddlesex
LocationAt Dutton ST
CarriesHWY Merrimack ST
CrossesWater Merrimack Canal
Coordinates42.64587, -71.31237

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialMasonry
DesignArch - Deck
Total Length36.1 ft (11 m)
Max Span36.1 ft (11 m)
Deck Width73.2 ft (22.3 m)
Deck Area245.3 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1823 (reconstructed 1890)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic18,000 (2024)
Truck Traffic10%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection424
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCity/Municipal Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceHistorical significance is not determined
Structure NumberL1504687MMUNNBI

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