US Bridges

HWY Wisdom Way over RR Gwrr

Fair

Franklin County, Massachusetts · 0.1 M W Int Munson ST · Structure no. G12019145DOT634

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
95 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,300
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Wisdom Way over RR Gwrr is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY Wisdom Way over RR Gwrr in Franklin County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 years old, younger 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 6 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 1,300 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,226 by 2031. The structure is 95 ft (28.9 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Wisdom Way
CrossesRR Gwrr
Location0.1 M W Int Munson ST
RouteCity Street 0
CountyFranklin County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.57213, -72.62211
Functional classUrban 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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating57.7 US tons
Inventory rating30.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length95 ft (28.9 m)
Longest span89 ft (27.2 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.6 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,300 (2020)
Projected traffic1,226 by 2031
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
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$3.6 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Wisdom Way over RR Gwrr built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Wisdom Way over RR Gwrr 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 2024.

How much traffic does HWY Wisdom Way over RR Gwrr carry?

About 1,300 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is HWY Wisdom Way over RR Gwrr?

The structure is 95 ft (28.9 m) long with a longest span of 89 ft (27.2 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Wisdom Way over RR Gwrr?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.