ST146 SB Off Ramp over Water Emerson Brook
GoodWorcester County, Massachusetts · 2.6 Mi. S. of ST-16 · Structure no. U020521MWDOTNBI
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old, rebuilt 2023
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 76 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,621
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
ST146 SB Off Ramp over Water Emerson Brook is a prestressed concrete tee beam carrying ST146 SB Off Ramp over Water Emerson Brook in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1984 and reconstructed in 2023, so it is 41 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 1,621 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,579 by 2032. The structure is 76 ft (23.1 m) long and 32 ft wide.
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was ST146 SB Off Ramp over Water Emerson Brook built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2023.
What condition is ST146 SB Off Ramp over Water Emerson 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does ST146 SB Off Ramp over Water Emerson Brook carry?
About 1,621 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is ST146 SB Off Ramp over Water Emerson Brook?
The structure is 76 ft (23.1 m) long with a longest span of 68 ft (20.6 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns ST146 SB Off Ramp over Water Emerson Brook?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.