US Bridges

HWY Gray ST over RR Mbta/Bmrr

Good

Middlesex County, Massachusetts · .4 Miles Twks. Twn. Line · Structure no. B120122MVDOT634

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
125 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,300
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Gray ST over RR Mbta/Bmrr is a prestressed concrete continuous slab carrying HWY Gray ST over RR Mbta/Bmrr in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 years old, younger than the Massachusetts average of 63.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 4,300 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,001 by 2032. The structure is 125 ft (38.1 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesHWY Gray ST
CrossesRR Mbta/Bmrr
Location.4 Miles Twks. Twn. Line
RouteState Highway 0
Coordinates42.5804, -71.23747
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating65.8 US tons
Inventory rating39.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length125 ft (38.1 m)
Longest span52 ft (15.8 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.1 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,300 (2017)
Projected traffic6,001 by 2032
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$5.6 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Gray ST over RR Mbta/Bmrr built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Gray ST over RR Mbta/Bmrr in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in February 2025.

How much traffic does HWY Gray ST over RR Mbta/Bmrr carry?

About 4,300 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is HWY Gray ST over RR Mbta/Bmrr?

The structure is 125 ft (38.1 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.8 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Gray ST over RR Mbta/Bmrr?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.