US Bridges

ST 85 Marlboro RD over RR CSX

Good

Worcester County, Massachusetts · 0.9 MI North of Rt 30 · Structure no. S2000523JDOT634

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
82 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
7,800
2014 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST 85 Marlboro RD over RR CSX is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying ST 85 Marlboro RD over RR CSX in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 7,800 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,319 by 2031. The structure is 82 ft (25 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesST 85 Marlboro RD
CrossesRR CSX
Location0.9 MI North of Rt 30
RouteState Highway 85
Coordinates42.31892, -71.53032
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 inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating58.9 US tons
Inventory rating37.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length82 ft (25 m)
Longest span76 ft (23.1 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.6 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,800 (2014)
Projected traffic12,319 by 2031
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$703,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was ST 85 Marlboro RD over RR CSX built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is ST 85 Marlboro RD over RR CSX 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does ST 85 Marlboro RD over RR CSX carry?

About 7,800 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is ST 85 Marlboro RD over RR CSX?

The structure is 82 ft (25 m) long with a longest span of 76 ft (23.1 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns ST 85 Marlboro RD over RR CSX?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.