US Bridges

HWY 5th Mass Tpk over Water Flag Brook

Good

Worcester County, Massachusetts · 1000 E of 31/PRINCETN RD · Structure no. F040428V8MUNNBI

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Frame
Concrete
Length
31 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,200
2023 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY 5th Mass Tpk over Water Flag Brook is a concrete frame carrying HWY 5th Mass Tpk over Water Flag Brook in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 years old, younger 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 2,200 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,869 by 2032. The structure is 31 ft (9.3 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY 5th Mass Tpk
CrossesWater Flag Brook
Location1000 E of 31/PRINCETN RD
RouteCity Street 0
CountyWorcester County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.55299, -71.84168
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating104.1 US tons
Inventory rating62.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length31 ft (9.3 m)
Longest span28 ft (8.5 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.4 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,200 (2023)
Projected traffic3,869 by 2032
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$1.1 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY 5th Mass Tpk over Water Flag Brook built?

It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY 5th Mass Tpk over Water Flag Brook 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does HWY 5th Mass Tpk over Water Flag Brook carry?

About 2,200 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is HWY 5th Mass Tpk over Water Flag Brook?

The structure is 31 ft (9.3 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns HWY 5th Mass Tpk over Water Flag Brook?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.