US Bridges

ST112 Ashfield RD over Water Maynard Brook

Fair

Franklin County, Massachusetts · 500 N of Hog Hollow RD · Structure no. B280070KEDOTNBI

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
36 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,147
2016 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST112 Ashfield RD over Water Maynard Brook is a concrete tee beam carrying ST112 Ashfield RD over Water Maynard 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 2,147 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,553 by 2031. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesST112 Ashfield RD
CrossesWater Maynard Brook
Location500 N of Hog Hollow RD
RouteState Highway 112
CountyFranklin County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.59381, -72.78622
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
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 rating54.1 US tons
Inventory rating32.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length36 ft (11 m)
Longest span31 ft (9.4 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.6 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,147 (2016)
Projected traffic3,553 by 2031
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$1.6 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was ST112 Ashfield RD over Water Maynard Brook built?

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

What condition is ST112 Ashfield RD over Water Maynard 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 August 2024.

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

About 2,147 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is ST112 Ashfield RD over Water Maynard Brook?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.4 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns ST112 Ashfield RD over Water Maynard Brook?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.