US Bridges

ST 2 EB over HWY Pearson Blvd SB

Fair

Worcester County, Massachusetts · .7 Miles East of St. 68 · Structure no. G010321NDDOTNBI

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
121 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
18,730
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST 2 EB over HWY Pearson Blvd SB is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying ST 2 EB over HWY Pearson Blvd SB in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 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 18,730 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,269 by 2032. The structure is 121 ft (36.9 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesST 2 EB
CrossesHWY Pearson Blvd SB
Location.7 Miles East of St. 68
RouteState Highway 2
CountyWorcester County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.56438, -71.98002
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating43.7 US tons
Inventory rating21.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length121 ft (36.9 m)
Longest span57 ft (17.4 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,730 (2022)
Projected traffic25,269 by 2032
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$4.8 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was ST 2 EB over HWY Pearson Blvd SB built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is ST 2 EB over HWY Pearson Blvd SB 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 2023.

How much traffic does ST 2 EB over HWY Pearson Blvd SB carry?

About 18,730 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is ST 2 EB over HWY Pearson Blvd SB?

The structure is 121 ft (36.9 m) long with a longest span of 57 ft (17.4 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns ST 2 EB over HWY Pearson Blvd SB?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.