US Bridges

ST 2 over ST 32 Petersham RD

Fair

Worcester County, Massachusetts · Mm 75.2 on ST 2 · Structure no. A1503219MDOTNBI

Built
1956
69 years old, rebuilt 1983
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
120 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,491
2016 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST 2 over ST 32 Petersham RD is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying ST 2 over ST 32 Petersham RD in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1956 and reconstructed in 1983, so it is 69 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 1,491 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,794 by 2031. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesST 2
CrossesST 32 Petersham RD
LocationMm 75.2 on ST 2
RouteState Highway 2
CountyWorcester County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.57072, -72.20107
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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 inspectionNovember 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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating72.6 US tons
Inventory rating43.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length120 ft (36.6 m)
Longest span112 ft (34 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.3 m)
Roadway width47 ft (14.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,491 (2016)
Projected traffic21,794 by 2031
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$5.5 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was ST 2 over ST 32 Petersham RD built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1983.

What condition is ST 2 over ST 32 Petersham RD 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does ST 2 over ST 32 Petersham RD carry?

About 1,491 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is ST 2 over ST 32 Petersham RD?

The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 112 ft (34 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns ST 2 over ST 32 Petersham RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.