US Bridges

HWY Mt Plsant Av over Water Asnebumskit Brook

Good

Worcester County, Massachusetts · .3 MI E of ST-122A · Structure no. H180141BYMUNNBI

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Arch - Deck
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
25 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,100
2024 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Mt Plsant Av over Water Asnebumskit Brook is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron arch - deck carrying HWY Mt Plsant Av over Water Asnebumskit Brook in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 years old, younger than the Massachusetts average of 63.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 3,100 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,106 by 2031. The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long and 30 ft wide.

CarriesHWY Mt Plsant Av
CrossesWater Asnebumskit Brook
Location.3 MI E of ST-122A
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates42.36465, -71.88217
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; extensive scour has occurred
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating49.6 US tons
Inventory rating29.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeArch - Deck
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length25 ft (7.7 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.7 m)
Deck width30 ft (9 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,100 (2024)
Projected traffic4,106 by 2031
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerTown or Township Highway Agency
Maintained byTown or Township Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$703,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Mt Plsant Av over Water Asnebumskit Brook built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Mt Plsant Av over Water Asnebumskit Brook in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.

How much traffic does HWY Mt Plsant Av over Water Asnebumskit Brook carry?

About 3,100 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is HWY Mt Plsant Av over Water Asnebumskit Brook?

The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.7 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Mt Plsant Av over Water Asnebumskit Brook?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.