US Bridges

US 5 /ST10/BNDSTN over Water Cherry Rum Brook

Poor

Franklin County, Massachusetts · .05 M S of ST 2 Bypass · Structure no. G12068AHUDOTNBI

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
22 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
19,397
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 5 /ST10/BNDSTN over Water Cherry Rum Brook is a steel culvert carrying US 5 /ST10/BNDSTN over Water Cherry Rum Brook in Franklin County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 years old, younger 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 19,397 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,521 by 2031. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 5 /ST10/BNDSTN
CrossesWater Cherry Rum Brook
Location.05 M S of ST 2 Bypass
RouteU.S. Route 5
CountyFranklin County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.60954, -72.58637
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic19,397 (2024)
Projected traffic15,521 by 2031
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$980,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 5 /ST10/BNDSTN over Water Cherry Rum Brook built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 5 /ST10/BNDSTN over Water Cherry Rum Brook 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does US 5 /ST10/BNDSTN over Water Cherry Rum Brook carry?

About 19,397 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is US 5 /ST10/BNDSTN over Water Cherry Rum Brook?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.9 m).

Who owns US 5 /ST10/BNDSTN over Water Cherry Rum Brook?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.