US Bridges

ST110 /ST111/AYER over ST 2

Fair

Worcester County, Massachusetts · 2.9 MI E of Jackson RD · Structure no. H09011203DOTNBI

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
101 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
13,458
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST110 /ST111/AYER over ST 2 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying ST110 /ST111/AYER over ST 2 in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 13,458 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,585 by 2032. The structure is 101 ft (30.8 m) long and 66 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesST110 /ST111/AYER
CrossesST 2
Location2.9 MI E of Jackson RD
RouteState Highway 110
CountyWorcester County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.52383, -71.58177
Functional classRural 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 inspectionJune 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 geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating43.8 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length101 ft (30.8 m)
Longest span47 ft (14.3 m)
Deck width66 ft (20.2 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,458 (2022)
Projected traffic25,585 by 2032
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
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$6.1 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was ST110 /ST111/AYER over ST 2 built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is ST110 /ST111/AYER over ST 2 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 2023.

How much traffic does ST110 /ST111/AYER over ST 2 carry?

About 13,458 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is ST110 /ST111/AYER over ST 2?

The structure is 101 ft (30.8 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.3 m) and a deck 66 ft wide.

Who owns ST110 /ST111/AYER over ST 2?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.