{"id":2382,"date":"2025-10-08T09:12:22","date_gmt":"2025-10-08T13:12:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/?page_id=2382"},"modified":"2026-02-13T10:55:06","modified_gmt":"2026-02-13T15:55:06","slug":"shermans-bridge","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/shermans-bridge\/","title":{"rendered":"Town of Sudbury and Wayland : Sherman&#8217;s Bridge Project"},"content":{"rendered":"<style type=\"text\/css\"><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block;width: 0px;overflow: hidden;line-height: 0\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\ufeff<\/span><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block;width: 0px;overflow: hidden;line-height: 0\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\ufeff<\/span>@media not all and (min-width: 800px){}@media all and (min-width: 800px){.ShermanOverviewSection {display: block;display: -ms-flexbox;display: -webkit-flex;display: flex;-webkit-flex-wrap: nowrap;-ms-flex-wrap: nowrap;flex-wrap: nowrap;-webkit-justify-content: center;-ms-flex-pack: center;justify-content: center;-webkit-align-items: flex-start;-ms-flex-align: start;align-items: flex-start;}.ShermanOverviewBody {display: inline-block;vertical-align: top;width: 60%;-webkit-flex: 6 6 auto;-ms-flex: 6 6 auto;flex: 6 6 auto;}.ShermanOverviewCallout {display: inline-block;verti<span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block;width: 0px;overflow: hidden;line-height: 0\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\ufeff<\/span>cal-align: top;width: 39%;margin-left: 1em;-webkit-flex: 0 4 24em;-ms-flex: 0 4 24em;flex: 0 4 24em;}}<\/style>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/cdn.sudbury.ma.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/11\/Shermans-Bridge-November-2025-Rendering.png?version=44f13e481afe80ea3a47c582188d6087\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2479\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.sudbury.ma.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/11\/Shermans-Bridge-November-2025-Rendering-300x168.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"519\" height=\"291\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/11\/Shermans-Bridge-November-2025-Rendering-300x168.png 300w, https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/11\/Shermans-Bridge-November-2025-Rendering-1024x574.png 1024w, https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/11\/Shermans-Bridge-November-2025-Rendering-768x431.png 768w, https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/11\/Shermans-Bridge-November-2025-Rendering-500x280.png 500w, https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/11\/Shermans-Bridge-November-2025-Rendering.png 1277w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 519px) 100vw, 519px\" \/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2026\/02\/Bridge-Elevation-Rendering_12.31.25-1-scaled.jpg?version=d996d30d82cafa04448b10887d35154a\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2524\" src=\"https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2026\/02\/Bridge-Elevation-Rendering_12.31.25-1-300x165.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"514\" height=\"282\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2026\/02\/Bridge-Elevation-Rendering_12.31.25-1-300x165.jpg 300w, https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2026\/02\/Bridge-Elevation-Rendering_12.31.25-1-1024x564.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2026\/02\/Bridge-Elevation-Rendering_12.31.25-1-768x423.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2026\/02\/Bridge-Elevation-Rendering_12.31.25-1-1536x846.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2026\/02\/Bridge-Elevation-Rendering_12.31.25-1-2048x1128.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2026\/02\/Bridge-Elevation-Rendering_12.31.25-1-500x275.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 514px) 100vw, 514px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"ShermanOverviewSection\">\n<div class=\"ShermanOverviewBody\">\n<h2>Project Overview<\/h2>\n<p>Sherman\u2019s Bridge is a key link between Sudbury and Wayland, carrying Sherman\u2019s Bridge Road (Wayland side of the bridge) across the Sudbury River near Lincoln Road (Sudbury side of the bridge). Reconstructed in 1992, the bridge sits between the Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge and the river\u2019s floodplain, serving as an important route for residents, emergency responders, and daily travel between the two Towns.<\/p>\n<p>While the bridge remains safe for travel, MassDOT has cited the need for <em>significant structural repairs<\/em> to keep it open. The agency requires the use of a glulam (or equal) deck system and recent inspection reports have noted severe and critical repairs are needed\u2014rated as <strong>high priority<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2>Project Updates at a glance:<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>Project Update: 02\/12\/26:&nbsp;<\/strong>Please visit our documents page to access the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/project-update-02-12-26\/\">Project Update 02-12-26<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Draft Plan update: 12\/5\/25:&nbsp;<\/strong> Please visit our documents page to access the <a href=\"https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/?attachment_id=2493\">draft plans<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>FAQ Update: 10\/30\/25 : <\/strong>Please visit our documents page <a href=\"https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/documents\/\">Document Page<\/a>&nbsp;for information regarding project updates, FAQ&#8217;s, traffic data, and public comments\/emails.<\/p>\n<div class=\"ShermanOverviewSection\">\n<div class=\"ShermanOverviewBody\">\n<h3>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n<h3>Project Purpose<\/h3>\n<p>The Towns of Sudbury and Wayland are proposing a rehabilitation project to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Replace the current wooden deck with a stronger glulam timber deck.<\/li>\n<li>Install crash-tested bridge railings and approach guardrails.<\/li>\n<li>Complete targeted substructure repairs to extend the bridge\u2019s life and improve safety.<\/li>\n<li>Reduce maintenance costs, improve travel safety, and protect the Sudbury River.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>MassDOT has also indicated that without these upgrades, the bridge may face closure.<\/p>\n<h3>Why This Project is Needed<\/h3>\n<p>Inspections and ongoing maintenance have identified the following challenges:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Maintenance strain<\/strong>: Frequent deck board replacements are not keeping pace with deterioration.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Safety upgrades<\/strong>: Installation of crash-tested barriers will improve protection for motorists.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Timber substructure deterioration<\/strong>: The bridge\u2019s timber pile substructure, in place since its construction in 1992, has shown wear from decades of exposure to river conditions and weather. While still safe, inspections have documented deterioration that requires long-term repairs.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Noise and vibration reduction<\/strong>: Replacing the timber deck will reduce excessive vibration and associated noise.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Project Scope<\/h3>\n<p>This project is a <em>rehabilitation<\/em>, not a full bridge <em>replacement<\/em>. The existing timber substructure and timber stringers will remain in place, with targeted repairs to extend the bridge\u2019s service life and improve safety, function, and durability. Planned improvements include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Removing the existing timber deck.<\/li>\n<li>Installing a new glulam deck.<\/li>\n<li>Adding crash-tested glulam bridge railings to enhance safety.<\/li>\n<li>Completing localized substructure repairs where needed.<\/li>\n<li>Installing crash-tested approach guardrail transitions to protect motorists.<\/li>\n<li>Performing minor approach work to smoothly tie the new deck into the existing roadway.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Funding<\/h3>\n<p>MassDOT, through local transportation funds, has offered in-kind support by covering the cost of glulam decking materials and supplying their on-call contractor to replace the deck and railings. This generous assistance significantly lowers project expenses for the Towns. The remaining costs will be shared equally by Sudbury and Wayland.<\/p>\n<h3>Project Timeline<\/h3>\n<p>Design and permitting expected to continue through 2025. Final plans should be complete in early 2026, with construction targeted to begin in summer or fall 2026 once funding and permits are in place.<\/p>\n<p>Work will take about 3-6 months. The construction timeline will be coordinated with both Towns to reduce impacts to the residents that utilize this bridge crossing. Periodic closures and detours, with traffic updates shared well in advance.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Why 3-6 Months?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Seasonal Work<\/strong>: Timber work must be done in warm-weather months.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Material Lead Times<\/strong>: Glulam deck panels and custom railings take months to fabricate.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Buffer for Delays<\/strong>: Extra time allows for weather impacts or unforeseen site conditions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Condition Assessments and Maintenance<\/h3>\n<p>Sherman\u2019s Bridge is routinely inspected by MassDOT every two (2) years and, due to its deteriorated condition, also undergoes Special Member Inspections every six (6) months. To keep the bridge safe for travel, crews have continued routine deck board replacements, but these are only temporary measures, and the wear is outpacing repairs. Recent inspections confirm that underlying issues remain. The most recent underwater inspection (July 2025) identified rot in one timber pile and failing steel fasteners securing the timber bracing, components that have been in place since the bridge\u2019s original construction.<\/p>\n<p>Despite these deficiencies, the timber stringers remain in satisfactory condition and can stay in place with localized repairs. This makes the bridge a strong candidate for rehabilitation through a deck replacement with glulam decking and railings, along with substructure work to install a pile jacket, new timber braces, and upgraded steel fasteners.<\/p>\n<h3>Community Impacts &amp; Communication<\/h3>\n<p>Maintaining safe access for residents, businesses, and emergency responders is a top priority for both Sudbury and Wayland.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Throughout the project, the Towns of Sudbury and Wayland will keep the public informed with:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Website updates<\/li>\n<li>Mailed notices and handouts<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/09\/Shermans-Bridge-Door-Hanger_9-19.pdf?version=8252c78e8543a21dfccc7d873d767de9\">Abutter door hangers<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Public meetings prior to construction<\/li>\n<li>Advance notice of detours and closures<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"ShermanBridgeContact\">Contact Information<\/h3>\n<p>For questions, residents will be directed to their respective Department of Public Works.<\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center\">\n<div style=\"text-align: left;display: inline-block;vertical-align: top;max-width: 20em\">\n<h4>Town of Sudbury DPW<\/h4>\n<p><strong>Tina Rivard, Public Works Director<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Phone: 978-440-5421<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"mailto:Shermansbridge@wayland.ma.us\">Email the Project Team<\/a>: <code>Shermansbridge@wayland.ma.us<\/code><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/\">Town of Sudbury DPW Website<\/a>: <code>https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/<wbr \/>dpw\/<\/code><\/p>\n<p>275 Old Lancaster Road<br \/>\nSudbury, MA 01776<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: left;display: inline-block;vertical-align: top;max-width: 20em\">\n<h4>Town of Wayland DPW<\/h4>\n<p><strong>Paul Piccioli, DPW Project Manager<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Phone: 508-358-6730<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"mailto:Shermansbridge@wayland.ma.us\">Email the Project Team<\/a>: <code>Shermansbridge@wayland.ma.us<\/code><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wayland.ma.us\/department-public-works\">Town of Wayland DPW Website<\/a>: <code>https:\/\/www.wayland.ma.us\/<wbr \/>department-public-works<\/code><\/p>\n<p>41 Cochituate Road<br \/>\nWayland, MA 01778<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Public Outreach Schedule<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Visioning Workshop<br \/>\n<\/strong>Thursday, October 9, 2025<br \/>\n6:30 PM<br \/>\n<a href=\"\/locations\/fairbank\/\">Fairbank Community Center<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Background &amp; Supporting Information<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>2025 \u2014 <a href=\"\/dpw\/?p=2443\">Request a printable copy of the Sherman&#8217;s Bridge Draft Plans<\/a> (September)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>FAQ\u2019s<\/h2>\n<dl>\n<dt>Why does Sherman\u2019s Bridge need repairs?<\/dt>\n<dd>Sherman\u2019s Bridge, built in 1992, has experienced decades of wear from traffic and exposure to the elements. Routine maintenance, like replacing deck boards each year, is no longer keeping pace with deterioration.<\/p>\n<p>A recent MassDOT inspection report identified critical repairs as a high-priority requirement, making rehabilitation essential to keep the bridge safe and functional.<\/p>\n<p>The planned project will replace the timber deck with a stronger glulam (or equal), install crash-tested railings, and complete targeted structural repairs. These improvements will extend the bridge\u2019s service life, enhance safety, reduce noise and vibration, and better protect water quality in the Sudbury River.<\/dd>\n<dt>Who owns and maintains the bridge?<\/dt>\n<dd>Sherman\u2019s Bridge is jointly owned and maintained by the Towns of Sudbury and Wayland. Planning, design, and community engagement are being carried out collaboratively between the two towns.<\/dd>\n<dt>What is being done as part of this project?<\/dt>\n<dd>The project is a <em>rehabilitation<\/em>, not a full <em>replacement<\/em>. Planned work includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Replacing the existing timber deck with a laminated wood (glulam) deck.<\/li>\n<li>Installing crash-tested glulam bridge railings.<\/li>\n<li>Making targeted repairs to the timber substructure.<\/li>\n<li>Installing crash-tested approach guardrail transitions to protect motorists.<\/li>\n<li>Performing minor approach work to connect the new deck to the roadway.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/dd>\n<dt>When will construction begin?<\/dt>\n<dd>Design and permitting will continue through 2025, with final plans expected in early 2026. Construction is targeted for summer or fall 2026, pending funding and permits. The work will take an estimated 3-6 months.<\/dd>\n<dt>How will traffic be affected?<\/dt>\n<dd>Sherman\u2019s Bridge Road will be fully closed and traffic detoured during the bridge deck rehabilitation work, as no phasing will be possible. Updates will be shared well in advance through websites, mailed notices, and public meetings.<\/dd>\n<dt>What is the impact on vehicle speed after the repairs?<\/dt>\n<dd>The project should not have any significant impact on speed. The entire roadway surface will have new pavement, and the bridge work represents only a small section being added to that system. Drivers can expect the bridge surface to blend smoothly with the surrounding roadway once complete.<\/dd>\n<dt>How is this project being funded?<\/dt>\n<dd>MassDOT is providing significant in-kind support by supplying the glulam deck materials and using its on-call contractor for deck replacement. Yet to be determined by design, the remaining costs will be split equally between Sudbury and Wayland with the understanding that all repairs required will be made.<\/dd>\n<dt>Is the bridge currently safe to use?<\/dt>\n<dd>Yes. The bridge is regularly inspected and remains open to traffic. Only routine deck board replacements have been performed\u2014there have been no added reinforcements beyond the original structure.<\/dd>\n<dt>Will there be opportunities for residents to provide input?<\/dt>\n<dd>Yes. At least one public meeting will be held during the design phase to share project details, answer questions, and gather feedback. Notices will be posted on both Towns\u2019 websites and shared through other outreach channels.<\/dd>\n<dt>Who can I contact with questions?<\/dt>\n<dd>Refer to <a href=\"#ShermanBridgeContact\">Contact Information<\/a>.<\/dd>\n<\/dl>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ShermanOverviewCallout\" style=\"background-color: #fbfbfb;color: #1f3864;padding: 0.5em;border: 1px solid #000\">\n<h2>Glulam Wood &#8211; Project Sample:<\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp; <a href=\"https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2026\/02\/GluLam-Sample-scaled.jpg?version=33f468b5d890628776765b6518c17d4f\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2521\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.sudbury.ma.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2026\/02\/GluLam-Sample-281x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"281\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2026\/02\/GluLam-Sample-281x300.jpg 281w, https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2026\/02\/GluLam-Sample-959x1024.jpg 959w, https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2026\/02\/GluLam-Sample-768x820.jpg 768w, https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2026\/02\/GluLam-Sample-1439x1536.jpg 1439w, https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2026\/02\/GluLam-Sample-1919x2048.jpg 1919w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 281px) 100vw, 281px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Project Update and FAQ&#8217;s: 10\/30\/25<\/h2>\n<p>The Towns of Wayland and Sudbury are pleased to share continued progress on the Sherman\u2019s Bridge improvement project. Together, we\u2019ve been working to thoughtfully address existing conditions while preserving the bridge\u2019s historic character and enhancing its functionality for all users.<\/p>\n<p>On October 9, 2025, we hosted a <strong>Visioning Workshop<\/strong> that provided residents and bridge users with the opportunity to ask questions, share ideas, and voice their priorities. The valuable feedback gathered during this session and since then, helped guide the Project Team in refining the design to include several thoughtful enhancements.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Please visit our documents page <a href=\"https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/documents\/\">Document Page<\/a>&nbsp;for information regarding project updates, FAQ&#8217;s, traffic data, and public comments\/emails.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Thank you for your continued interest and participation.<\/p>\n<h2>Visioning Workshop<\/h2>\n<h5>Thursday, October 9, 2025<\/h5>\n<h5>6:30 PM<\/h5>\n<h5><a href=\"\/locations\/fairbank\/\">Fairbank Community Center<\/a><\/h5>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Wayland Residents can access the meeting on their Government Channel, Comcast 9, Verizon 38, and live streaming on their website, <a href=\"https:\/\/smex-ctp.trendmicro.com:443\/wis\/clicktime\/v1\/query?url=http%3a%2f%2fWaycam.tv&amp;umid=59b5c1ae-1e9c-47d7-947f-18806e5ad121&amp;auth=8e900824798ede88e9fbb64915ed39b549f82f29-a6fd6964d12f5c43637cee78c49cc82cdcdae94c\">Waycam.tv<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Sudbury Residents can watch on either the Public (Comcast 22\/Verizon 30) or HD channel (Comcast 1074\/Verizon 2130) or streaming via <a href=\"https:\/\/smex-ctp.trendmicro.com:443\/wis\/clicktime\/v1\/query?url=http%3a%2f%2fsudburytv.org&amp;umid=59b5c1ae-1e9c-47d7-947f-18806e5ad121&amp;auth=8e900824798ede88e9fbb64915ed39b549f82f29-9a6fadcfca8f8e78db94601343805a98dbcc9292\">sudburytv.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>Bridge Condition<\/h2>\n<p>Deficiency photos captured during the inspection of Sherman\u2019s Bridge.<\/p>\n<div style=\"overflow: hidden\">\n<div id='gallery-1' class='gallery galleryid-2382 gallery-columns-0 gallery-size-thumbnail'><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t<a href='https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/shermans-bridge\/misaligned-bolts\/'><img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.sudbury.ma.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/09\/Misaligned-bolts-150x150.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail\" alt=\"Close-up view of two timber beams joined by metal plates and bolts, with several bolts misaligned and protruding at irregular angles.\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/09\/Misaligned-bolts-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/09\/Misaligned-bolts-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/09\/Misaligned-bolts-400x400.jpeg 400w, https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/09\/Misaligned-bolts-600x600.jpeg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t<a href='https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/shermans-bridge\/northwest-approach-sidewalk-settlement\/'><img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.sudbury.ma.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/09\/Northwest-approach-sidewalk-settlement-150x150.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail\" alt=\"Transition between the asphalt sidewalk and timber bridge showing vertical displacement and vegetation growth at the edge, indicating settlement.\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/09\/Northwest-approach-sidewalk-settlement-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/09\/Northwest-approach-sidewalk-settlement-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/09\/Northwest-approach-sidewalk-settlement-400x400.jpeg 400w, https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/09\/Northwest-approach-sidewalk-settlement-600x600.jpeg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t<a href='https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/shermans-bridge\/typical-condition-of-the-wearing-deck-midspan-looking-east\/'><img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.sudbury.ma.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/09\/Typical-condition-of-the-wearing-deck-midspan-looking-east-150x150.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail\" alt=\"Midspan view of timber bridge deck looking east, showing weathered planks with signs of wear, discoloration, and minor splitting along the surface. Six portions are circled and labelled as loose planks.\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/09\/Typical-condition-of-the-wearing-deck-midspan-looking-east-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/09\/Typical-condition-of-the-wearing-deck-midspan-looking-east-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/09\/Typical-condition-of-the-wearing-deck-midspan-looking-east-400x400.jpeg 400w, https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/09\/Typical-condition-of-the-wearing-deck-midspan-looking-east-600x600.jpeg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t<a href='https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/shermans-bridge\/typical-condition-of-the-wearing-deck-midspan-looking-west\/'><img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.sudbury.ma.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/09\/Typical-condition-of-the-wearing-deck-midspan-looking-west-150x150.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail\" alt=\"View of the timber bridge deck midspan looking west, revealing worn and uneven planks with scattered darkened areas suggesting moisture exposure. Eight portions are circled and labelled as loose planks.\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/09\/Typical-condition-of-the-wearing-deck-midspan-looking-west-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/09\/Typical-condition-of-the-wearing-deck-midspan-looking-west-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/09\/Typical-condition-of-the-wearing-deck-midspan-looking-west-400x400.jpeg 400w, https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/09\/Typical-condition-of-the-wearing-deck-midspan-looking-west-600x600.jpeg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t<a href='https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/shermans-bridge\/typical-condition-of-the-wearing-deck-east-end\/'><img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.sudbury.ma.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/09\/Typical-condition-of-the-wearing-deck-east-end-150x150.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail\" alt=\"Close-up of the east end of the bridge deck showing degraded wood surfaces with dark staining and splitting, indicating long-term wear and exposure. Two of the planks are circled and labelled as loose planks, and one of the planks is labelled as a new plank.\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/09\/Typical-condition-of-the-wearing-deck-east-end-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/09\/Typical-condition-of-the-wearing-deck-east-end-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/09\/Typical-condition-of-the-wearing-deck-east-end-400x400.jpeg 400w, https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/09\/Typical-condition-of-the-wearing-deck-east-end-600x600.jpeg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t<a href='https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/shermans-bridge\/bent-pile-2\/'><img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.sudbury.ma.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/09\/Bent-Pile-2-150x150.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail\" alt=\"Underside of the bridge showing wooden cross-bracing between vertical support piles, with clear signs of joint deterioration and possible rot.\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/09\/Bent-Pile-2-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/09\/Bent-Pile-2-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/09\/Bent-Pile-2-400x400.jpeg 400w, https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/09\/Bent-Pile-2-600x600.jpeg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t<a href='https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/shermans-bridge\/bent-pile-6\/'><img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.sudbury.ma.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/09\/Bent-Pile-6-150x150.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail\" alt=\"Close-up of a timber brace disconnected from a vertical support pile and floating slightly misaligned in the water, indicating failed hardware or connection.\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/09\/Bent-Pile-6-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/09\/Bent-Pile-6-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/09\/Bent-Pile-6-400x400.jpeg 400w, https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/09\/Bent-Pile-6-600x600.jpeg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t<a href='https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/shermans-bridge\/collision-damage-to-the-south-curb-at-the-east-end\/'><img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.sudbury.ma.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/09\/Collision-damage-to-the-south-curb-at-the-east-end-150x150.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail\" alt=\"Damaged timber railing at the bridge\u2019s south curb, showing impact deformation, cracked wood, and loose fasteners near the curb edge.\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/09\/Collision-damage-to-the-south-curb-at-the-east-end-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/09\/Collision-damage-to-the-south-curb-at-the-east-end-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/09\/Collision-damage-to-the-south-curb-at-the-east-end-400x400.jpeg 400w, https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/09\/Collision-damage-to-the-south-curb-at-the-east-end-600x600.jpeg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t<a href='https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/shermans-bridge\/debris-at-pile-bents-4-and-5\/'><img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.sudbury.ma.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/09\/Debris-at-pile-bents-4-and-5-150x150.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail\" alt=\"Bridge foundation showing vegetation and debris accumulated around multiple timber piles, indicating blockage and possible scour or obstruction.\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/09\/Debris-at-pile-bents-4-and-5-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/09\/Debris-at-pile-bents-4-and-5-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/09\/Debris-at-pile-bents-4-and-5-400x400.jpeg 400w, https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/09\/Debris-at-pile-bents-4-and-5-600x600.jpeg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t<a href='https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/shermans-bridge\/disconnected-top-rail\/'><img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.sudbury.ma.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/09\/Disconnected-Top-Rail-150x150.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail\" alt=\"View of timber bridge railing showing a disconnected top rail that has lifted from its support, exposing fasteners and compromising safety.\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/09\/Disconnected-Top-Rail-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/09\/Disconnected-Top-Rail-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/09\/Disconnected-Top-Rail-400x400.jpeg 400w, https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/09\/Disconnected-Top-Rail-600x600.jpeg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon landscape'>\n\t\t\t\t<a href='https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/shermans-bridge\/loose-bolted-connection-north-rail-at-east-end\/'><img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.sudbury.ma.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/09\/Loose-bolted-connection-north-rail-at-east-end-150x150.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail\" alt=\"Close-up of the north bridge railing showing a metal bolt protruding and a loose bracket at the east end, with visible misalignment.\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/09\/Loose-bolted-connection-north-rail-at-east-end-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/09\/Loose-bolted-connection-north-rail-at-east-end-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/09\/Loose-bolted-connection-north-rail-at-east-end-400x400.jpeg 400w, https:\/\/sudbury.ma.us\/dpw\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/283\/2025\/09\/Loose-bolted-connection-north-rail-at-east-end-600x600.jpeg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n<h2>Feedback\/Comments<\/h2>\n<p>We welcome your feedback and comments, and we encourage you to provide your thoughts to ensure the Sherman\u2019s Bridge plan is tailored to fit Sudbury and Wayland now and in the future. You may submit your feedback and questions via email.<\/p>\n<p><em>Together we build a better plan!<\/em><\/p>\n<h2>Contact<\/h2>\n<p>Refer to <a href=\"#ShermanBridgeContact\">Contact Information<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Project Overview Sherman\u2019s Bridge is a key link between Sudbury and Wayland, carrying Sherman\u2019s Bridge Road (Wayland side of the bridge) across the Sudbury River near Lincoln Road (Sudbury side of the bridge). 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