US Bridges

ST149 Mtng Hse Way over US 6 Eb/Mid Cape HWY

Good

Barnstable County, Massachusetts · 1.75 M E of Sndwch Tl · Structure no. B0101649RDOTNBI

Built
1953
72 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Frame
Concrete
Length
67 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
12,357
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST149 Mtng Hse Way over US 6 Eb/Mid Cape HWY is a concrete frame carrying ST149 Mtng Hse Way over US 6 Eb/Mid Cape HWY in Barnstable County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 years old, older than the Massachusetts average of 63.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 12,357 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 47,379 by 2031. The structure is 67 ft (20.4 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesST149 Mtng Hse Way
CrossesUS 6 Eb/Mid Cape HWY
Location1.75 M E of Sndwch Tl
RouteState Highway 149
Coordinates41.69623, -70.38462
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment0: Immediate repair necessary to put back in service
Operating rating100.4 US tons
Inventory rating56.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length67 ft (20.4 m)
Longest span52 ft (15.8 m)
Deck width37 ft (11.4 m)
Roadway width35 ft (10.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,357 (2024)
Projected traffic47,379 by 2031
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of relocation of road
Estimated improvement cost$5.3 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was ST149 Mtng Hse Way over US 6 Eb/Mid Cape HWY built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.

What condition is ST149 Mtng Hse Way over US 6 Eb/Mid Cape HWY in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.

How much traffic does ST149 Mtng Hse Way over US 6 Eb/Mid Cape HWY carry?

About 12,357 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is ST149 Mtng Hse Way over US 6 Eb/Mid Cape HWY?

The structure is 67 ft (20.4 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.8 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.

Who owns ST149 Mtng Hse Way over US 6 Eb/Mid Cape HWY?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.