US Bridges

HWY Central ST over Water Quinebaug River

FairPosted for load

Worcester County, Massachusetts · .3MI. N. of Main St. · Structure no. S210051D9MUNNBI

Built
1904
121 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Arch - Deck
Masonry
Length
48 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,938
2017 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Central ST over Water Quinebaug River is a masonry arch - deck carrying HWY Central ST over Water Quinebaug River in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1904, so it is 121 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 4,938 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 39,419 by 2031. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Central ST
CrossesWater Quinebaug River
Location.3MI. N. of Main St.
RouteCity Street 0
CountyWorcester County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.07787, -72.03177
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating41.9 US tons
Inventory rating35.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeArch - Deck
MaterialMasonry
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length48 ft (14.6 m)
Longest span48 ft (14.6 m)
Deck width39 ft (11.9 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,938 (2017)
Projected traffic39,419 by 2031
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$1.7 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Central ST over Water Quinebaug River built?

It was built in 1904, making it 121 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Central ST over Water Quinebaug River 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does HWY Central ST over Water Quinebaug River carry?

About 4,938 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is HWY Central ST over Water Quinebaug River?

The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.6 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Central ST over Water Quinebaug River?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.