US Bridges

ST 68 E County RD over Water Muschopauge Brook

Good

Worcester County, Massachusetts · 300FT S. of Wachussett ST · Structure no. R140171D6MUNNBI

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
23 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,955
2023 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST 68 E County RD over Water Muschopauge Brook is a prestressed concrete slab carrying ST 68 E County RD over Water Muschopauge Brook in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 years old, older 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 3,955 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,255 by 2031. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesST 68 E County RD
CrossesWater Muschopauge Brook
Location300FT S. of Wachussett ST
RouteCity Street 68
CountyWorcester County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.39747, -71.91627
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating105.4 US tons
Inventory rating63.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,955 (2023)
Projected traffic12,255 by 2031
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$113,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was ST 68 E County RD over Water Muschopauge Brook built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is ST 68 E County RD over Water Muschopauge Brook 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 2024.

How much traffic does ST 68 E County RD over Water Muschopauge Brook carry?

About 3,955 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is ST 68 E County RD over Water Muschopauge Brook?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns ST 68 E County RD over Water Muschopauge Brook?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.