US Bridges

HWY Old Cnty RD over RR Macrr

Good

Barnstable County, Massachusetts · 1.5 MI So of ST 6 a · Structure no. S040024C2DOT634

Built
1890
135 years old, rebuilt 1995
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
31 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,857
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Old Cnty RD over RR Macrr is a prestressed concrete slab carrying HWY Old Cnty RD over RR Macrr in Barnstable County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1890 and reconstructed in 1995, so it is 135 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 1,857 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,369 by 2032. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

CarriesHWY Old Cnty RD
CrossesRR Macrr
Location1.5 MI So of ST 6 a
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates41.72344, -70.4153
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating89.2 US tons
Inventory rating65.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span26 ft (7.8 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.4 m)
Roadway width21 ft (6.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,857 (2023)
Projected traffic2,369 by 2032
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusEligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$1.6 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Old Cnty RD over RR Macrr built?

It was built in 1890, making it 135 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1995.

What condition is HWY Old Cnty RD over RR Macrr 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does HWY Old Cnty RD over RR Macrr carry?

About 1,857 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is HWY Old Cnty RD over RR Macrr?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.8 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Old Cnty RD over RR Macrr?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.