US Bridges

ST140 Shrewsbry ST over RR Mbta/Csx

Fair

Worcester County, Massachusetts · .8 Mi. S. of RT-20 · Structure no. G08020220DOT634

Built
1936
89 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
149 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
9,969
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST140 Shrewsbry ST over RR Mbta/Csx is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying ST140 Shrewsbry ST over RR Mbta/Csx in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1936, so it is 89 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 9,969 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 36,324 by 2032. The structure is 149 ft (45.4 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesST140 Shrewsbry ST
CrossesRR Mbta/Csx
Location.8 Mi. S. of RT-20
RouteState Highway 140
CountyWorcester County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.23976, -71.71314
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
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.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating55.6 US tons
Inventory rating37.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadH 20
Structure length149 ft (45.4 m)
Longest span69 ft (20.9 m)
Deck width49 ft (15 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,969 (2022)
Projected traffic36,324 by 2032
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$6.7 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was ST140 Shrewsbry ST over RR Mbta/Csx built?

It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025.

What condition is ST140 Shrewsbry ST over RR Mbta/Csx 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does ST140 Shrewsbry ST over RR Mbta/Csx carry?

About 9,969 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is ST140 Shrewsbry ST over RR Mbta/Csx?

The structure is 149 ft (45.4 m) long with a longest span of 69 ft (20.9 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.

Who owns ST140 Shrewsbry ST over RR Mbta/Csx?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.