US Bridges

HWY Central ST over RR Pwrr

Good

Worcester County, Massachusetts · Corn of Cntrl ST & ST 122 · Structure no. M24003ATRDOT634

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
43 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,904
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Central ST over RR Pwrr is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY Central ST over RR Pwrr in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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 5,904 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,212 by 2031. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 7.5 mi (12 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Central ST
CrossesRR Pwrr
LocationCorn of Cntrl ST & ST 122
RouteCity Street 0
CountyWorcester County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.02749, -71.58044
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2022
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating69.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span38 ft (11.6 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.2 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,904 (2021)
Projected traffic8,212 by 2031
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed7.5 mi (12 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$1.2 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Central ST over RR Pwrr built?

It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Central ST over RR Pwrr 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 July 2022.

How much traffic does HWY Central ST over RR Pwrr carry?

About 5,904 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is HWY Central ST over RR Pwrr?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.6 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Central ST over RR Pwrr?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.