US Bridges

ST 63 Federal ST over RR Gwrr & Necrr

Fair

Franklin County, Massachusetts · 100 N JCT Highland ST · Structure no. M2800614DDOT634

Built
1935
90 years old, rebuilt 1998
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
Prestressed Concrete
Length
119 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,172
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST 63 Federal ST over RR Gwrr & Necrr is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying ST 63 Federal ST over RR Gwrr & Necrr in Franklin County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1998, so it is 90 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 5,172 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,370 by 2031. The structure is 119 ft (36.2 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesST 63 Federal ST
CrossesRR Gwrr & Necrr
Location100 N JCT Highland ST
RouteState Highway 63
Coordinates42.57323, -72.49796
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating76.9 US tons
Inventory rating46.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length119 ft (36.2 m)
Longest span64 ft (19.6 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.6 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,172 (2024)
Projected traffic5,370 by 2031
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$5.3 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was ST 63 Federal ST over RR Gwrr & Necrr built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1998.

What condition is ST 63 Federal ST over RR Gwrr & Necrr 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does ST 63 Federal ST over RR Gwrr & Necrr carry?

About 5,172 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is ST 63 Federal ST over RR Gwrr & Necrr?

The structure is 119 ft (36.2 m) long with a longest span of 64 ft (19.6 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns ST 63 Federal ST over RR Gwrr & Necrr?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.