US Bridges

HWY Pleasant ST over Water French River

Fair

Worcester County, Massachusetts · .75 MI NW of Stafford ST · Structure no. L060041C8MUNNBI

Built
1956
69 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2023
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
38 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,393
2022 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Pleasant ST over Water French River is a prestressed concrete slab carrying HWY Pleasant ST over Water French River in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 5,393 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,791 by 2032. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Pleasant ST
CrossesWater French River
Location.75 MI NW of Stafford ST
RouteCity Street 0
CountyWorcester County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.20271, -71.91609
Functional classUrban 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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
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
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating85.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span37 ft (11.3 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.6 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,393 (2022)
Projected traffic6,791 by 2032
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
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$1.7 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Pleasant ST over Water French River built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Pleasant ST over Water French River 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 HWY Pleasant ST over Water French River carry?

About 5,393 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is HWY Pleasant ST over Water French River?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 37 ft (11.3 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Pleasant ST over Water French River?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.