US Bridges

ST 62 Princeton RD over Water Stillwater River

Good

Worcester County, Massachusetts · .1MI. E. of ST-140 · Structure no. S25006B9UDOTNBI

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
49 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,835
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST 62 Princeton RD over Water Stillwater River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying ST 62 Princeton RD over Water Stillwater River in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 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 2,835 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,212 by 2032. The structure is 49 ft (14.8 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesST 62 Princeton RD
CrossesWater Stillwater River
Location.1MI. E. of ST-140
RouteState Highway 62
CountyWorcester County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.43336, -71.81094
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.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating57.1 US tons
Inventory rating42.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length49 ft (14.8 m)
Longest span41 ft (12.6 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.1 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,835 (2022)
Projected traffic5,212 by 2032
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$1.5 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was ST 62 Princeton RD over Water Stillwater River built?

It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.

What condition is ST 62 Princeton RD over Water Stillwater River 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does ST 62 Princeton RD over Water Stillwater River carry?

About 2,835 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is ST 62 Princeton RD over Water Stillwater River?

The structure is 49 ft (14.8 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.6 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns ST 62 Princeton RD over Water Stillwater River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.