US Bridges

ST 9 Worcester ST over HWY Cliff RD

Fair

Norfolk County, Massachusetts · 0.35 MI Wly Rt 16 · Structure no. W130162EJDOTNBI

Built
1932
93 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Frame
Concrete
Length
50 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
71,509
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST 9 Worcester ST over HWY Cliff RD is a concrete frame carrying ST 9 Worcester ST over HWY Cliff RD in Norfolk County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1932, so it is 93 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 71,509 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 84,650 by 2032. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 78 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesST 9 Worcester ST
CrossesHWY Cliff RD
Location0.35 MI Wly Rt 16
RouteState Highway 9
CountyNorfolk County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.31193, -71.27707
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
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
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 alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating92 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length50 ft (15.2 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width78 ft (23.8 m)
Roadway width57 ft (17.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic71,509 (2023)
Projected traffic84,650 by 2032
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$1.8 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was ST 9 Worcester ST over HWY Cliff RD built?

It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025.

What condition is ST 9 Worcester ST over HWY Cliff RD 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 2025.

How much traffic does ST 9 Worcester ST over HWY Cliff RD carry?

About 71,509 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is ST 9 Worcester ST over HWY Cliff RD?

The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 78 ft wide.

Who owns ST 9 Worcester ST over HWY Cliff RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.