US Bridges

HWY Chase RD over US 6 EB Mid Cape HWY

Good

Barnstable County, Massachusetts · .6 M W of Barnstable Tl · Structure no. S040114B9DOTNBI

Built
1953
72 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Frame
Concrete
Length
59 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
7,286
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Chase RD over US 6 EB Mid Cape HWY is a concrete frame carrying HWY Chase RD 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 7,286 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,898 by 2031. The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesHWY Chase RD
CrossesUS 6 EB Mid Cape HWY
Location.6 M W of Barnstable Tl
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates41.7168, -70.4207
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 inspectionAugust 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 rating107.9 US tons
Inventory rating55.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length59 ft (18 m)
Longest span52 ft (15.8 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.5 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,286 (2024)
Projected traffic13,898 by 2031
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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$1.9 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Chase RD over US 6 EB Mid Cape HWY built?

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

What condition is HWY Chase RD 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 August 2024.

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

About 7,286 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is HWY Chase RD over US 6 EB Mid Cape HWY?

The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.8 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Chase RD over US 6 EB Mid Cape HWY?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.