HWY French ST over Water Merrimack Canal

Fair Condition66 years old99,300 vehicles/day

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyMiddlesex
LocationAt High School
CarriesHWY French ST
CrossesWater Merrimack Canal
Coordinates42.64795, -71.31052

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignBox Beam - Multiple
Total Length58.1 ft (17.7 m)
Max Span55.1 ft (16.8 m)
Deck Width54.1 ft (16.5 m)
Deck Area292.1 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1960

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic99,300 (2023)
Truck Traffic2%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionNovember 2024
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCity/Municipal Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure NumberL150932C5MUNNBI

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