US Bridges

ST 2 over Comb W Orange RD & Gwrr

Fair

Franklin County, Massachusetts · Mm 65.5 on ST 2 · Structure no. W150130VWDOTNBI

Built
1958
67 years old, rebuilt 1987
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
133 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
6,662
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST 2 over Comb W Orange RD & Gwrr is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying ST 2 over Comb W Orange RD & Gwrr in Franklin County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1958 and reconstructed in 1987, so it is 67 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 6,662 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,003 by 2031. The structure is 133 ft (40.5 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesST 2
CrossesComb W Orange RD & Gwrr
LocationMm 65.5 on ST 2
RouteState Highway 2
CountyFranklin County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.59758, -72.35739
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
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 geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating58.1 US tons
Inventory rating34.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length133 ft (40.5 m)
Longest span64 ft (19.5 m)
Deck width39 ft (11.9 m)
Roadway width35 ft (10.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,662 (2023)
Projected traffic12,003 by 2031
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
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$4.8 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was ST 2 over Comb W Orange RD & Gwrr built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1987.

What condition is ST 2 over Comb W Orange RD & 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does ST 2 over Comb W Orange RD & Gwrr carry?

About 6,662 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is ST 2 over Comb W Orange RD & Gwrr?

The structure is 133 ft (40.5 m) long with a longest span of 64 ft (19.5 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns ST 2 over Comb W Orange RD & Gwrr?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.