Old South Street over Quinebaug River
GoodPosted for loadWorcester County, Massachusetts · S.Bridge-Sturbridge Line · Structure no. CEPNEDMA2510007
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 90 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 300
- 2022 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Corps of Engineers (Civil)
About this bridge
Old South Street over Quinebaug River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Old South Street over Quinebaug River in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 300 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 300 by 2043. The structure is 90 ft (27.3 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Old South Street over Quinebaug River built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is Old South Street over Quinebaug River 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Old South Street over Quinebaug River carry?
About 300 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Old South Street over Quinebaug River?
The structure is 90 ft (27.3 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (26 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns Old South Street over Quinebaug River?
It is owned by the Corps of Engineers (Civil).