US Bridges

HWY Central ST over RR Macrr

Good

Bristol County, Massachusetts · Mm Qnf 11 · Structure no. F0201640DDOT634

Built
1904
121 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Arch - Deck
Masonry
Length
45 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,948
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Central ST over RR Macrr is a masonry arch - deck carrying HWY Central ST over RR Macrr in Bristol County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1904, so it is 121 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 5,948 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,634 by 2032. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 53 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Central ST
CrossesRR Macrr
LocationMm Qnf 11
RouteCity Street 0
CountyBristol County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates41.70391, -71.15952
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 inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating56.9 US tons
Inventory rating56.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeArch - Deck
MaterialMasonry
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span45 ft (13.7 m)
Deck width53 ft (16.3 m)
Roadway width35 ft (10.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deck18 ft (5.5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,948 (2023)
Projected traffic12,634 by 2032
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$689,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Central ST over RR Macrr built?

It was built in 1904, making it 121 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Central ST 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does HWY Central ST over RR Macrr carry?

About 5,948 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is HWY Central ST over RR Macrr?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Central ST over RR Macrr?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.