US Bridges

HWY Glen RD over RR Csx/Mbta

Fair

Norfolk County, Massachusetts · 0.5 MI West RTE 16 · Structure no. W130042P9DOT634

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
Prestressed Concrete
Length
61 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,700
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Glen RD over RR Csx/Mbta is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying HWY Glen RD over RR Csx/Mbta in Norfolk County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 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 4,700 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,897 by 2032. The structure is 61 ft (18.5 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Glen RD
CrossesRR Csx/Mbta
Location0.5 MI West RTE 16
RouteCity Street 0
CountyNorfolk County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.32362, -71.27198
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Operating rating65.1 US tons
Inventory rating47.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeBox Beam or Girders - Multiple
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length61 ft (18.5 m)
Longest span58 ft (17.7 m)
Deck width36 ft (11.1 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,700 (2023)
Projected traffic10,897 by 2032
Trucks17%
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 statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedReplacement because of relocation of road
Estimated improvement cost$5.4 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Glen RD over RR Csx/Mbta built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Glen RD over RR Csx/Mbta 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does HWY Glen RD over RR Csx/Mbta carry?

About 4,700 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is HWY Glen RD over RR Csx/Mbta?

The structure is 61 ft (18.5 m) long with a longest span of 58 ft (17.7 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Glen RD over RR Csx/Mbta?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.