US Bridges

ST 27 Elm ST over RR Macrr/Csx

Fair

Norfolk County, Massachusetts · CSX MP Qbf 8.83 · Structure no. W0301540XDOT634

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
87 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
17,300
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST 27 Elm ST over RR Macrr/Csx is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying ST 27 Elm ST over RR Macrr/Csx in Norfolk County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 years old, older 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 6 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 17,300 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,796 by 2033. The structure is 87 ft (26.5 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesST 27 Elm ST
CrossesRR Macrr/Csx
LocationCSX MP Qbf 8.83
RouteState Highway 27
CountyNorfolk County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.14973, -71.25972
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating43.2 US tons
Inventory rating28.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length87 ft (26.5 m)
Longest span85 ft (25.9 m)
Deck width52 ft (15.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic17,300 (2024)
Projected traffic27,796 by 2033
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$4.2 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was ST 27 Elm ST over RR Macrr/Csx built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is ST 27 Elm ST over RR Macrr/Csx 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does ST 27 Elm ST over RR Macrr/Csx carry?

About 17,300 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is ST 27 Elm ST over RR Macrr/Csx?

The structure is 87 ft (26.5 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns ST 27 Elm ST over RR Macrr/Csx?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.