US Bridges

US 5 /ST10/BDSTN over RR Gwrr

Good

Franklin County, Massachusetts · 250 South W. Mnt. Rd. · Structure no. B100125VWDOT634

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
180 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,094
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 5 /ST10/BDSTN over RR Gwrr is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 5 /ST10/BDSTN over RR Gwrr in Franklin County, Massachusetts. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 years old, younger 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 4,094 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,001 by 2032. The structure is 180 ft (54.8 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 5 /ST10/BDSTN
CrossesRR Gwrr
Location250 South W. Mnt. Rd.
RouteU.S. Route 5
CountyFranklin County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.65629, -72.56204
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating102.2 US tons
Inventory rating61.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length180 ft (54.8 m)
Longest span68 ft (20.8 m)
Deck width55 ft (16.8 m)
Roadway width46 ft (14 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,094 (2022)
Projected traffic6,001 by 2032
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$901,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 5 /ST10/BDSTN over RR Gwrr built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 5 /ST10/BDSTN over RR Gwrr 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does US 5 /ST10/BDSTN over RR Gwrr carry?

About 4,094 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US 5 /ST10/BDSTN over RR Gwrr?

The structure is 180 ft (54.8 m) long with a longest span of 68 ft (20.8 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.

Who owns US 5 /ST10/BDSTN over RR Gwrr?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.