US Bridges

ST 31 NB Rllstn ST over HWY Broad ST

Fair

Worcester County, Massachusetts · .2 Mi. South of Main ST · Structure no. F0401220NDOTNBI

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Box Beam or Girders - Single or Spread
Prestressed Concrete
Length
79 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,873
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST 31 NB Rllstn ST over HWY Broad ST is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - single or spread carrying ST 31 NB Rllstn ST over HWY Broad ST in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 years old, younger 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 6 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 2,873 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,003 by 2031. The structure is 79 ft (24.2 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesST 31 NB Rllstn ST
CrossesHWY Broad ST
Location.2 Mi. South of Main ST
RouteState Highway 31
CountyWorcester County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.58414, -71.80684
Functional classUrban Minor 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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating62.9 US tons
Inventory rating56.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeBox Beam or Girders - Single or Spread
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length79 ft (24.2 m)
Longest span75 ft (23 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.3 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,873 (2023)
Projected traffic15,003 by 2031
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$2.8 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was ST 31 NB Rllstn ST over HWY Broad ST built?

It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.

What condition is ST 31 NB Rllstn ST over HWY Broad ST 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does ST 31 NB Rllstn ST over HWY Broad ST carry?

About 2,873 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is ST 31 NB Rllstn ST over HWY Broad ST?

The structure is 79 ft (24.2 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (23 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns ST 31 NB Rllstn ST over HWY Broad ST?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.