US Bridges

ST 32 Chstnt Hl Av over RR Gwrr

FairPosted for load

Worcester County, Massachusetts · 100 N JCT ST 2A & ST 32 · Structure no. A15012ADBDOT634

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2023
Type
Truss - Thru
Steel
Length
104 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
6,000
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST 32 Chstnt Hl Av over RR Gwrr is a steel truss - thru carrying ST 32 Chstnt Hl Av over RR Gwrr in Worcester 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 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 6,000 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,655 by 2032. The structure is 104 ft (31.7 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesST 32 Chstnt Hl Av
CrossesRR Gwrr
Location100 N JCT ST 2A & ST 32
RouteState Highway 32
CountyWorcester County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.59581, -72.22128
Functional classUrban Minor 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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
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 inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating59.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTruss - Thru
MaterialSteel
DeckSteel plate
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length104 ft (31.7 m)
Longest span101 ft (30.7 m)
Deck width25 ft (7.6 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,000 (2019)
Projected traffic2,655 by 2032
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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$2.4 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was ST 32 Chstnt Hl Av over RR Gwrr built?

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

What condition is ST 32 Chstnt Hl Av over RR Gwrr 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does ST 32 Chstnt Hl Av over RR Gwrr carry?

About 6,000 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is ST 32 Chstnt Hl Av over RR Gwrr?

The structure is 104 ft (31.7 m) long with a longest span of 101 ft (30.7 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.

Who owns ST 32 Chstnt Hl Av over RR Gwrr?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.