US Bridges

ST 13 Main ST over ST 2

Fair

Worcester County, Massachusetts · ST 2 Mm 100.4 · Structure no. L080301LLDOTNBI

Built
1949
76 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
96 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
10,359
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST 13 Main ST over ST 2 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying ST 13 Main ST over ST 2 in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 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 10,359 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 61,593 by 2031. The structure is 96 ft (29.3 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesST 13 Main ST
CrossesST 2
LocationST 2 Mm 100.4
RouteState Highway 13
CountyWorcester County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.53751, -71.74402
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 inspectionOctober 2024
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 alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating43.1 US tons
Inventory rating24.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length96 ft (29.3 m)
Longest span43 ft (13.1 m)
Deck width52 ft (15.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,359 (2023)
Projected traffic61,593 by 2031
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$4.6 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was ST 13 Main ST over ST 2 built?

It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.

What condition is ST 13 Main ST 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does ST 13 Main ST over ST 2 carry?

About 10,359 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is ST 13 Main ST over ST 2?

The structure is 96 ft (29.3 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.1 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns ST 13 Main ST over ST 2?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.