US Bridges

ST112 Ashfield RD over Water Clesson Brook

Fair

Franklin County, Massachusetts · 100S of Int W/ Hodgen RD · Structure no. B280010KCDOTNBI

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
73 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,974
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST112 Ashfield RD over Water Clesson Brook is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying ST112 Ashfield RD over Water Clesson Brook in Franklin County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 2,974 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,790 by 2032. The structure is 73 ft (22.2 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesST112 Ashfield RD
CrossesWater Clesson Brook
Location100S of Int W/ Hodgen RD
RouteState Highway 112
CountyFranklin County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.56772, -72.80183
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating65.4 US tons
Inventory rating39.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length73 ft (22.2 m)
Longest span66 ft (20.2 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.6 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,974 (2017)
Projected traffic3,790 by 2032
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$3 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was ST112 Ashfield RD over Water Clesson Brook built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is ST112 Ashfield RD over Water Clesson Brook 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does ST112 Ashfield RD over Water Clesson Brook carry?

About 2,974 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is ST112 Ashfield RD over Water Clesson Brook?

The structure is 73 ft (22.2 m) long with a longest span of 66 ft (20.2 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns ST112 Ashfield RD over Water Clesson Brook?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.