US Bridges

HWY West RD over US 6 Mid Cape HWY

Fair

Barnstable County, Massachusetts · 1.5 M W of Eastham Tl · Structure no. O040044B1DOTNBI

Built
1958
67 years old, rebuilt 1986
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
162 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,286
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY West RD over US 6 Mid Cape HWY is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY West RD over US 6 Mid Cape HWY in Barnstable County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1958 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 67 years old, older than the Massachusetts average of 63.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 1,286 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,834 by 2031. The structure is 162 ft (49.4 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY West RD
CrossesUS 6 Mid Cape HWY
Location1.5 M W of Eastham Tl
RouteCity Street 0
CountyBarnstable County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates41.78555, -70.00354
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating62.8 US tons
Inventory rating37.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length162 ft (49.4 m)
Longest span63 ft (19.2 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.3 m)
Roadway width31 ft (9.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,286 (2024)
Projected traffic10,834 by 2031
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$6 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY West RD over US 6 Mid Cape HWY built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.

What condition is HWY West RD over US 6 Mid Cape HWY in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.

How much traffic does HWY West RD over US 6 Mid Cape HWY carry?

About 1,286 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is HWY West RD over US 6 Mid Cape HWY?

The structure is 162 ft (49.4 m) long with a longest span of 63 ft (19.2 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns HWY West RD over US 6 Mid Cape HWY?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.