US Bridges

HWY Cochtuate ST over Other Cochituate Rail TR

Good

Middlesex County, Massachusetts · 0.2 Mi.Wst.Of ST.27 · Structure no. N0300929WDOT634

Built
1896
129 years old, rebuilt 1994
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
38 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,552
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Cochtuate ST over Other Cochituate Rail TR is a prestressed concrete slab carrying HWY Cochtuate ST over Other Cochituate Rail TR in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1896 and reconstructed in 1994, so it is 129 years old, older 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 1,552 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,053 by 2031. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Cochtuate ST
CrossesOther Cochituate Rail TR
Location0.2 Mi.Wst.Of ST.27
RouteCity Street 0
CountyMiddlesex County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.28605, -71.35021
Functional classUrban Local

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 inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating84.3 US tons
Inventory rating50.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span35 ft (10.7 m)
Deck width36 ft (11.1 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,552 (2024)
Projected traffic2,053 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesPedestrian / bicycle
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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$1.7 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Cochtuate ST over Other Cochituate Rail TR built?

It was built in 1896, making it 129 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1994.

What condition is HWY Cochtuate ST over Other Cochituate Rail TR 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does HWY Cochtuate ST over Other Cochituate Rail TR carry?

About 1,552 vehicles per day (2024 count).

How long is HWY Cochtuate ST over Other Cochituate Rail TR?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Cochtuate ST over Other Cochituate Rail TR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.