US Bridges

HWY Central ST over Water Auburn Pond

Fair

Worcester County, Massachusetts · I-90 over Central ST · Structure no. A170499YPDOTNBI

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,494
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Central ST over Water Auburn Pond is a concrete continuous culvert carrying HWY Central ST over Water Auburn Pond in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 3,494 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,791 by 2032. The structure is 27 ft (8.3 m) long and 185 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Central ST
CrossesWater Auburn Pond
LocationI-90 over Central ST
RouteCity Street 0
CountyWorcester County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.20177, -71.83146
Functional classUrban 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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating70.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length27 ft (8.3 m)
Longest span13 ft (3.9 m)
Deck width185 ft (56.4 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck20 ft (6.2 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,494 (2020)
Projected traffic6,791 by 2032
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed2.5 mi (4 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$886,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Central ST over Water Auburn Pond built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Central ST over Water Auburn Pond 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does HWY Central ST over Water Auburn Pond carry?

About 3,494 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is HWY Central ST over Water Auburn Pond?

The structure is 27 ft (8.3 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m) and a deck 185 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Central ST over Water Auburn Pond?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.