US Bridges

HWY Kelton ST over ST140

Fair

Worcester County, Massachusetts · 1.3 Mi. N. of ST-101 · Structure no. G010481YCDOTNBI

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
110 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
646
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Kelton ST over ST140 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY Kelton ST over ST140 in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 646 vehicles a day, projected to reach 237 by 2031. The structure is 110 ft (33.4 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Kelton ST
CrossesST140
Location1.3 Mi. N. of ST-101
RouteCity Street 0
CountyWorcester County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.60373, -71.98073
Functional classUrban Local

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 inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating70.3 US tons
Inventory rating42.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length110 ft (33.4 m)
Longest span105 ft (32 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.7 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic646 (2024)
Projected traffic237 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$2.5 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Kelton ST over ST140 built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Kelton ST over ST140 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 2024.

How much traffic does HWY Kelton ST over ST140 carry?

About 646 vehicles per day (2024 count).

How long is HWY Kelton ST over ST140?

The structure is 110 ft (33.4 m) long with a longest span of 105 ft (32 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Kelton ST over ST140?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.