US Bridges

HWY Randolph ST over Water Cady Brook

Fair

Worcester County, Massachusetts · 600 Ft E of ST-169 · Structure no. S210351HFMUNNBI

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
38 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
388
2024 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Randolph ST over Water Cady Brook is a prestressed concrete slab carrying HWY Randolph ST over Water Cady Brook in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 388 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,027 by 2033. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Randolph ST
CrossesWater Cady Brook
Location600 Ft E of ST-169
RouteCity Street 0
CountyWorcester County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.08135, -72.0259
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating73.9 US tons
Inventory rating44.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span36 ft (11 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic388 (2024)
Projected traffic1,027 by 2033
Trucks0%
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$1.4 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Randolph ST over Water Cady Brook built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Randolph ST over Water Cady Brook 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does HWY Randolph ST over Water Cady Brook carry?

About 388 vehicles per day (2024 count).

How long is HWY Randolph ST over Water Cady Brook?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Randolph ST over Water Cady Brook?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.