US Bridges

ST131 Main ST over Water Hobbs Brook

Good

Worcester County, Massachusetts · 200 Ft N of Hall RD · Structure no. S300161Y1DOTNBI

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
14,644
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST131 Main ST over Water Hobbs Brook is a concrete culvert carrying ST131 Main ST over Water Hobbs Brook in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 14,644 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,269 by 2031. The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesST131 Main ST
CrossesWater Hobbs Brook
Location200 Ft N of Hall RD
RouteState Highway 131
CountyWorcester County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.10564, -72.07615
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating73.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length22 ft (6.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (2.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,644 (2023)
Projected traffic25,269 by 2031
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$748,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was ST131 Main ST over Water Hobbs Brook built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is ST131 Main ST over Water Hobbs Brook 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 ST131 Main ST over Water Hobbs Brook carry?

About 14,644 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is ST131 Main ST over Water Hobbs Brook?

The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (2.9 m).

Who owns ST131 Main ST over Water Hobbs Brook?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.