US Bridges

HWY Paxton RD over Water Sugden Resrvr Otlt

Good

Worcester County, Massachusetts · 1.5 MI N of ST-9 · Structure no. S230211HMMUNNBI

Built
1956
69 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
25 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,980
2024 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Paxton RD over Water Sugden Resrvr Otlt is a prestressed concrete slab carrying HWY Paxton RD over Water Sugden Resrvr Otlt in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 2,980 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,232 by 2031. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesHWY Paxton RD
CrossesWater Sugden Resrvr Otlt
Location1.5 MI N of ST-9
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates42.27293, -71.97448
Functional classUrban Collector

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 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 geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating75 US tons
Inventory rating68.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.6 m)
Roadway width26 ft (8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,980 (2024)
Projected traffic1,232 by 2031
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$1 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Paxton RD over Water Sugden Resrvr Otlt built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Paxton RD over Water Sugden Resrvr Otlt 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does HWY Paxton RD over Water Sugden Resrvr Otlt carry?

About 2,980 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is HWY Paxton RD over Water Sugden Resrvr Otlt?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Paxton RD over Water Sugden Resrvr Otlt?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.