US Bridges

US 20 Washngton ST over Water Worc Dvrsn Channel

Fair

Worcester County, Massachusetts · .25 Mi.W.Ofgreenwood St. · Structure no. A170281M6DOTNBI

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
83 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
18,927
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 20 Washngton ST over Water Worc Dvrsn Channel is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 20 Washngton ST over Water Worc Dvrsn Channel in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 18,927 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 73,122 by 2031. The structure is 83 ft (25.3 m) long and 61 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesUS 20 Washngton ST
CrossesWater Worc Dvrsn Channel
Location.25 Mi.W.Ofgreenwood St.
RouteU.S. Route 20
Coordinates42.21306, -71.80221
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.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating63.9 US tons
Inventory rating46.2 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length83 ft (25.3 m)
Longest span73 ft (22.3 m)
Deck width61 ft (18.7 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,927 (2024)
Projected traffic73,122 by 2031
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure7
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
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 statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$4.7 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 20 Washngton ST over Water Worc Dvrsn Channel built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 20 Washngton ST over Water Worc Dvrsn Channel 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does US 20 Washngton ST over Water Worc Dvrsn Channel carry?

About 18,927 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is US 20 Washngton ST over Water Worc Dvrsn Channel?

The structure is 83 ft (25.3 m) long with a longest span of 73 ft (22.3 m) and a deck 61 ft wide.

Who owns US 20 Washngton ST over Water Worc Dvrsn Channel?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.