US 6 Mid Cape HWY over HWY Highland RD
FairBarnstable County, Massachusetts · 5.7 M N of Wellfleet Tl · Structure no. T08004473DOTNBI
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 123 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 16,717
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 6 Mid Cape HWY over HWY Highland RD is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying US 6 Mid Cape HWY over HWY Highland RD 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 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 16,717 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,162 by 2032. The structure is 123 ft (37.5 m) long and 75 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 6 Mid Cape HWY over HWY Highland RD built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 6 Mid Cape HWY over HWY Highland RD 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does US 6 Mid Cape HWY over HWY Highland RD carry?
About 16,717 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US 6 Mid Cape HWY over HWY Highland RD?
The structure is 123 ft (37.5 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 75 ft wide.
Who owns US 6 Mid Cape HWY over HWY Highland RD?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.