US Bridges

HWY High ST over RR Mbta/Bmrr

Fair

Middlesex County, Massachusetts · 0.8 KM NE Rogers ST · Structure no. B120162MTDOT634

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
51 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,400
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY High ST over RR Mbta/Bmrr is a prestressed concrete slab carrying HWY High ST over RR Mbta/Bmrr in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 years old, younger 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 4,400 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,739 by 2031. The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

Open in Google Maps
CarriesHWY High ST
CrossesRR Mbta/Bmrr
Location0.8 KM NE Rogers ST
RouteCity Street 0
CountyMiddlesex County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.58791, -71.27155
Functional classUrban Minor 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 inspectionDecember 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 alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating74.6 US tons
Inventory rating44.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length51 ft (15.5 m)
Longest span48 ft (14.6 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,400 (2024)
Projected traffic7,739 by 2031
Trucks15%
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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$2 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

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

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY High ST over RR Mbta/Bmrr 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 December 2024.

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

About 4,400 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

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

The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns HWY High ST over RR Mbta/Bmrr?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.