US Bridges

HWY Pleasant ST over US202 /ST2

Fair

Worcester County, Massachusetts · Pleasant St/Us 202 & ST 2 · Structure no. A150311ADDOTNBI

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
162 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,940
2014 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Pleasant ST over US202 /ST2 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY Pleasant ST over US202 /ST2 in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 1,940 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 409 by 2031. The structure is 162 ft (49.5 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Pleasant ST
CrossesUS202 /ST2
LocationPleasant St/Us 202 & ST 2
RouteCity Street 0
CountyWorcester County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.56607, -72.21886
Functional classRural Minor 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.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 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 geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating51.3 US tons
Inventory rating32.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length162 ft (49.5 m)
Longest span61 ft (18.7 m)
Deck width49 ft (15 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,940 (2014)
Projected traffic409 by 2031
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$7.3 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Pleasant ST over US202 /ST2 built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Pleasant ST over US202 /ST2 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does HWY Pleasant ST over US202 /ST2 carry?

About 1,940 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is HWY Pleasant ST over US202 /ST2?

The structure is 162 ft (49.5 m) long with a longest span of 61 ft (18.7 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Pleasant ST over US202 /ST2?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.