US Bridges

HWY Mccracken RD over HWY Lumber Yard Access

Good

Worcester County, Massachusetts · .1 Mi. W. of ST-146 · Structure no. M22058AJ0MUNNBI

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
87 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,284
2020 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Mccracken RD over HWY Lumber Yard Access is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY Mccracken RD over HWY Lumber Yard Access in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 5,284 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 31,823 by 2032. The structure is 87 ft (26.5 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesHWY Mccracken RD
CrossesHWY Lumber Yard Access
Location.1 Mi. W. of ST-146
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates42.20237, -71.77856
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating77.8 US tons
Inventory rating46.4 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length87 ft (26.5 m)
Longest span79 ft (24 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.4 m)
Roadway width25 ft (7.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,284 (2020)
Projected traffic31,823 by 2032
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerTown or Township Highway Agency
Maintained byTown or Township Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$3.7 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Mccracken RD over HWY Lumber Yard Access built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Mccracken RD over HWY Lumber Yard Access 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 2023.

How much traffic does HWY Mccracken RD over HWY Lumber Yard Access carry?

About 5,284 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is HWY Mccracken RD over HWY Lumber Yard Access?

The structure is 87 ft (26.5 m) long with a longest span of 79 ft (24 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Mccracken RD over HWY Lumber Yard Access?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.