US Bridges

HWY Cliff RD over RR Csx/Mbta

Fair

Norfolk County, Massachusetts · Between Rt 9 & Rt 16 · Structure no. W130172MJDOTNBI

Built
1932
93 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Girder and Floorbeam System
Steel
Length
108 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
13,448
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Cliff RD over RR Csx/Mbta is a steel girder and floorbeam system carrying HWY Cliff RD over RR Csx/Mbta 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 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 13,448 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,742 by 2031. The structure is 108 ft (32.9 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Cliff RD
CrossesRR Csx/Mbta
LocationBetween Rt 9 & Rt 16
RouteCity Street 0
CountyNorfolk County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.31131, -71.27666
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.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 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 geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating66.5 US tons
Inventory rating39.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeGirder and Floorbeam System
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length108 ft (32.9 m)
Longest span103 ft (31.4 m)
Deck width52 ft (16 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,448 (2024)
Projected traffic22,742 by 2031
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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$5.1 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

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

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

What condition is HWY Cliff 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 March 2024.

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

About 13,448 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

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

The structure is 108 ft (32.9 m) long with a longest span of 103 ft (31.4 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Cliff RD over RR Csx/Mbta?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.