US Bridges

HWY Centre ST over RR Bcrr

Fair

Norfolk County, Massachusetts · .16 KM N of Cross ST · Structure no. D10006375DOT634

Built
1978
47 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
59 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
10,900
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Centre ST over RR Bcrr is a prestressed concrete slab carrying HWY Centre ST over RR Bcrr in Norfolk County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 10,900 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,741 by 2033. The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Centre ST
CrossesRR Bcrr
Location.16 KM N of Cross ST
RouteCity Street 0
CountyNorfolk County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.2563, -71.27183
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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 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 geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating43.9 US tons
Inventory rating26.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length59 ft (18 m)
Longest span55 ft (16.8 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.3 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,900 (2024)
Projected traffic16,741 by 2033
Trucks7%
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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$2.3 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Centre ST over RR Bcrr built?

It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Centre ST over RR Bcrr 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does HWY Centre ST over RR Bcrr carry?

About 10,900 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is HWY Centre ST over RR Bcrr?

The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Centre ST over RR Bcrr?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.