US Bridges

HWY Pleasant ST over RR CSX

Good

Worcester County, Massachusetts · 250 Ft South of Stafford · Structure no. L06001226DOT634

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2021
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
50 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,572
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Pleasant ST over RR CSX is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY Pleasant ST over RR CSX in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 2,572 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,053 by 2032. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Pleasant ST
CrossesRR CSX
Location250 Ft South of Stafford
RouteCity Street 0
CountyWorcester County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.19296, -71.90682
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2021
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating103 US tons
Inventory rating61.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length50 ft (15.2 m)
Longest span45 ft (13.7 m)
Deck width36 ft (11.1 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,572 (2020)
Projected traffic2,053 by 2032
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$1.8 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Pleasant ST over RR CSX built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Pleasant ST over RR CSX 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 2021.

How much traffic does HWY Pleasant ST over RR CSX carry?

About 2,572 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is HWY Pleasant ST over RR CSX?

The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Pleasant ST over RR CSX?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.