US Bridges

HWY W Log Plain over RR Gwrr

Poor

Franklin County, Massachusetts · JCT Severance ST · Structure no. G12022144DOT634

Built
1956
69 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
98 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,163
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY W Log Plain over RR Gwrr is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY W Log Plain over RR Gwrr in Franklin County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 years old, older than the Massachusetts average of 63.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

It carries about 1,163 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,493 by 2033. The structure is 98 ft (29.9 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY W Log Plain
CrossesRR Gwrr
LocationJCT Severance ST
RouteCity Street 0
CountyFranklin County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.64163, -72.57686
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 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 rating55.8 US tons
Inventory rating33.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length98 ft (29.9 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width39 ft (11.8 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,163 (2018)
Projected traffic4,493 by 2033
Trucks4%
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$3.4 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY W Log Plain over RR Gwrr built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY W Log Plain over RR Gwrr in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.

How much traffic does HWY W Log Plain over RR Gwrr carry?

About 1,163 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is HWY W Log Plain over RR Gwrr?

The structure is 98 ft (29.9 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns HWY W Log Plain over RR Gwrr?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.