US Bridges

HWY Qukr Mtng Hs over US 6 EB Mid Cape HWY

Good

Barnstable County, Massachusetts · 2.7 M W of Barnstable Tl · Structure no. S040104BCDOTNBI

Built
1953
72 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Frame
Concrete
Length
68 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
7,785
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Qukr Mtng Hs over US 6 EB Mid Cape HWY is a concrete frame carrying HWY Qukr Mtng Hs 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 7,785 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,954 by 2031. The structure is 68 ft (20.6 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

CarriesHWY Qukr Mtng Hs
CrossesUS 6 EB Mid Cape HWY
Location2.7 M W of Barnstable Tl
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates41.73072, -70.45761
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 geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating59 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length68 ft (20.6 m)
Longest span56 ft (17.1 m)
Deck width37 ft (11.4 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,785 (2024)
Projected traffic27,954 by 2031
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$2.1 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Qukr Mtng Hs over US 6 EB Mid Cape HWY built?

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

What condition is HWY Qukr Mtng Hs 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 HWY Qukr Mtng Hs over US 6 EB Mid Cape HWY carry?

About 7,785 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is HWY Qukr Mtng Hs over US 6 EB Mid Cape HWY?

The structure is 68 ft (20.6 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17.1 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Qukr Mtng Hs over US 6 EB Mid Cape HWY?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.