US Bridges

ST140 N Main ST over Water Quinsigamond River

Fair

Worcester County, Massachusetts · 0.1 MI N of ST-122 · Structure no. G080151YEDOTNBI

Built
1850
175 years old, rebuilt 1994
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Arch - Deck
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
42 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
15,384
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST140 N Main ST over Water Quinsigamond River is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron arch - deck carrying ST140 N Main ST over Water Quinsigamond River in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1850 and reconstructed in 1994, so it is 175 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 15,384 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 36,956 by 2031. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesST140 N Main ST
CrossesWater Quinsigamond River
Location0.1 MI N of ST-122
RouteState Highway 140
Coordinates42.23059, -71.70769
Functional classUrban Minor 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
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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 rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeArch - Deck
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length42 ft (12.8 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.6 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,384 (2023)
Projected traffic36,956 by 2031
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$1.6 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was ST140 N Main ST over Water Quinsigamond River built?

It was built in 1850, making it 175 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1994.

What condition is ST140 N Main ST over Water Quinsigamond River 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does ST140 N Main ST over Water Quinsigamond River carry?

About 15,384 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is ST140 N Main ST over Water Quinsigamond River?

The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns ST140 N Main ST over Water Quinsigamond River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.