US Bridges

HWY Dan Shay HWY over RR Gwrr

Fair

Worcester County, Massachusetts · 1.5 M N JCT Orange T.L. · Structure no. A150151B1DOT634

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
175 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,506
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Dan Shay HWY over RR Gwrr is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY Dan Shay HWY over RR Gwrr in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 6,506 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,493 by 2033. The structure is 175 ft (53.3 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Dan Shay HWY
CrossesRR Gwrr
Location1.5 M N JCT Orange T.L.
RouteState Highway 0
CountyWorcester County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.58024, -72.25711
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
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 alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75.2 US tons
Inventory rating45.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length175 ft (53.3 m)
Longest span68 ft (20.7 m)
Deck width49 ft (14.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,506 (2022)
Projected traffic4,493 by 2033
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$1.5 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Dan Shay HWY over RR Gwrr built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Dan Shay HWY 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does HWY Dan Shay HWY over RR Gwrr carry?

About 6,506 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is HWY Dan Shay HWY over RR Gwrr?

The structure is 175 ft (53.3 m) long with a longest span of 68 ft (20.7 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Dan Shay HWY over RR Gwrr?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.