US Bridges

HWY Canton ST over RR CSX Spur Qbl 2.18

Fair

Norfolk County, Massachusetts · R 128 Ind Prk Lead MP Qbl · Structure no. N2503240MDOT634

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
75 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
15,517
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Canton ST over RR CSX Spur Qbl 2.18 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY Canton ST over RR CSX Spur Qbl 2.18 in Norfolk County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 15,517 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,425 by 2033. The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long and 59 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Canton ST
CrossesRR CSX Spur Qbl 2.18
LocationR 128 Ind Prk Lead MP Qbl
RouteCity Street 0
CountyNorfolk County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.19933, -71.15886
Functional classUrban Collector

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating64.8 US tons
Inventory rating38.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length75 ft (22.9 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width59 ft (17.9 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,517 (2024)
Projected traffic19,425 by 2033
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 proposedDeck rehabilitation with only incidental widening
Estimated improvement cost$1.9 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Canton ST over RR CSX Spur Qbl 2.18 built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Canton ST over RR CSX Spur Qbl 2.18 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 Canton ST over RR CSX Spur Qbl 2.18 carry?

About 15,517 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is HWY Canton ST over RR CSX Spur Qbl 2.18?

The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Canton ST over RR CSX Spur Qbl 2.18?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.