US Bridges

ST 2 WB over RR Pwrr

Fair

Worcester County, Massachusetts · .3 Mi. E. of ST 68 · Structure no. G010341NEDOTNBI

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
66 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
11,015
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST 2 WB over RR Pwrr is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying ST 2 WB over RR Pwrr 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 5 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 11,015 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 28,427 by 2032. The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesST 2 WB
CrossesRR Pwrr
Location.3 Mi. E. of ST 68
RouteState Highway 2
CountyWorcester County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.56582, -71.98306
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 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 geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating41.3 US tons
Inventory rating20.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length66 ft (20.1 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.5 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,015 (2021)
Projected traffic28,427 by 2032
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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$3 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was ST 2 WB over RR Pwrr built?

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

What condition is ST 2 WB over RR Pwrr 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does ST 2 WB over RR Pwrr carry?

About 11,015 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is ST 2 WB over RR Pwrr?

The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns ST 2 WB over RR Pwrr?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.