US Bridges

ST 31 New Spncr RD over RR CSX

Good

Worcester County, Massachusetts · 100FT S. of Old Spencer R · Structure no. C0601421JDOT634

Built
1954
71 years old, rebuilt 2011
Condition
Good
inspected June 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
55 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,805
2011 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST 31 New Spncr RD over RR CSX is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying ST 31 New Spncr RD over RR CSX in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 2011, 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 2,805 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,738 by 2031. The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesST 31 New Spncr RD
CrossesRR CSX
Location100FT S. of Old Spencer R
RouteState Highway 31
CountyWorcester County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.17429, -71.97784
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2022
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating78.6 US tons
Inventory rating60.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length55 ft (16.8 m)
Longest span52 ft (15.7 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.6 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,805 (2011)
Projected traffic4,738 by 2031
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$478,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was ST 31 New Spncr RD over RR CSX built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2011.

What condition is ST 31 New Spncr RD over RR CSX in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in June 2022.

How much traffic does ST 31 New Spncr RD over RR CSX carry?

About 2,805 vehicles per day (2011 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is ST 31 New Spncr RD over RR CSX?

The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.7 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns ST 31 New Spncr RD over RR CSX?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.