US Bridges

HWY Littleton RD over ST 2

Fair

Worcester County, Massachusetts · 1.5 MI E of Rt 110 · Structure no. H090131LQDOTNBI

Built
1950
75 years old, rebuilt 1990
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
190 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,083
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Littleton RD over ST 2 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY Littleton RD over ST 2 in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 1990, 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 1,083 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,232 by 2032. The structure is 190 ft (57.9 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Littleton RD
CrossesST 2
Location1.5 MI E of Rt 110
RouteCity Street 0
CountyWorcester County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.52447, -71.5508
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 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 alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating91.9 US tons
Inventory rating55.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length190 ft (57.9 m)
Longest span95 ft (29 m)
Deck width36 ft (11.1 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,083 (2021)
Projected traffic1,232 by 2032
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$6.3 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Littleton RD over ST 2 built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1990.

What condition is HWY Littleton RD 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does HWY Littleton RD over ST 2 carry?

About 1,083 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is HWY Littleton RD over ST 2?

The structure is 190 ft (57.9 m) long with a longest span of 95 ft (29 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Littleton RD over ST 2?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.