US Bridges

ST 68 Timpany Blvd over Water Baker Brook

Fair

Worcester County, Massachusetts · .3 Mi.Sth of ST.2A · Structure no. G010411BMMUNNBI

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
25 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
8,248
2023 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST 68 Timpany Blvd over Water Baker Brook is a prestressed concrete slab carrying ST 68 Timpany Blvd over Water Baker Brook in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 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 8,248 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 39,419 by 2031. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 56 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesST 68 Timpany Blvd
CrossesWater Baker Brook
Location.3 Mi.Sth of ST.2A
RouteCity Street 68
Coordinates42.55614, -71.99289
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating72.9 US tons
Inventory rating54.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.7 m)
Deck width56 ft (17.2 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,248 (2023)
Projected traffic39,419 by 2031
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$1.3 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was ST 68 Timpany Blvd over Water Baker Brook built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is ST 68 Timpany Blvd over Water Baker Brook 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does ST 68 Timpany Blvd over Water Baker Brook carry?

About 8,248 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is ST 68 Timpany Blvd over Water Baker Brook?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m) and a deck 56 ft wide.

Who owns ST 68 Timpany Blvd over Water Baker Brook?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.