US Bridges

HWY Granite ST over Water Monoosnoc Brook

Fair

Worcester County, Massachusetts · 1 Mile South of ST 2 · Structure no. L080111CFMUNNBI

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
30 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,341
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Granite ST over Water Monoosnoc Brook is a steel culvert carrying HWY Granite ST over Water Monoosnoc Brook in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 6 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 1,341 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,632 by 2031. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Granite ST
CrossesWater Monoosnoc Brook
Location1 Mile South of ST 2
RouteCity Street 0
CountyWorcester County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.53498, -71.77575
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
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,341 (2022)
Projected traffic3,632 by 2031
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$569,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Granite ST over Water Monoosnoc Brook built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Granite ST over Water Monoosnoc Brook 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does HWY Granite ST over Water Monoosnoc Brook carry?

About 1,341 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is HWY Granite ST over Water Monoosnoc Brook?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns HWY Granite ST over Water Monoosnoc Brook?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.