Hartford Avenue Bridge - Uxbridge MA
Posted by: nomadwillie
N 42° 05.875 W 071° 37.385
19T E 283087 N 4663978
The Hartford Avenue bridge was built in 1866
Waymark Code: WMPB4K
Location: Massachusetts, United States
Date Posted: 08/02/2015
Views: 3
The bridge was built in 1866 and has a span of 60 feet. It was built by George M Blanchard, a prominent Uxbridge contractor and granite quarry owner.
There are two bridges at this location. This is the one closest to Oak Street heading toward Mendon.
Length of bridge: 60 feet
Height of bridge: 20 feet
What type of traffic does this bridge support?: Motor Vehicles
What kind of gap does this bridge cross?: Blackstone River and Canal
Date constructed: 1866
Is the bridge still in service for its original purpose?: Yes
Name of road or trail the bridge services: East Hartford Ave
Location: Uxbridge MA
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