US Bridges

HWY Cross ST over RR Mbta/Csx

Good

Plymouth County, Massachusetts · 0.1MI South of Everett ST · Structure no. M180104BWDOT634

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
142 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
388
2025 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Cross ST over RR Mbta/Csx is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY Cross ST over RR Mbta/Csx in Plymouth County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 years old, younger than the Massachusetts average of 63.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 388 vehicles a day, projected to reach 790 by 2032. The structure is 142 ft (43.3 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesHWY Cross ST
CrossesRR Mbta/Csx
Location0.1MI South of Everett ST
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates41.91212, -70.92702
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating59.5 US tons
Inventory rating38.3 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length142 ft (43.3 m)
Longest span63 ft (19.2 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic388 (2025)
Projected traffic790 by 2032
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$3.8 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Cross ST over RR Mbta/Csx built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Cross ST over RR Mbta/Csx in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in January 2025.

How much traffic does HWY Cross ST over RR Mbta/Csx carry?

About 388 vehicles per day (2025 count).

How long is HWY Cross ST over RR Mbta/Csx?

The structure is 142 ft (43.3 m) long with a longest span of 63 ft (19.2 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Cross ST over RR Mbta/Csx?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.