US Bridges

HWY Bridge ST over RR CSX

Fair

Worcester County, Massachusetts · Chapter 634 900356007100 · Structure no. W07009151DOT634

Built
1850
175 years old, rebuilt 1992
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
44 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,551
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Bridge ST over RR CSX is a prestressed concrete slab carrying HWY Bridge ST over RR CSX in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1850 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 175 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 6 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 1,551 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 654 by 2033. The structure is 44 ft (13.3 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Bridge ST
CrossesRR CSX
LocationChapter 634 900356007100
RouteCity Street 0
CountyWorcester County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.21366, -72.20353
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating79.5 US tons
Inventory rating47.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length44 ft (13.3 m)
Longest span42 ft (12.8 m)
Deck width37 ft (11.4 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,551 (2018)
Projected traffic654 by 2033
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusEligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$1.6 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Bridge ST over RR CSX built?

It was built in 1850, making it 175 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.

What condition is HWY Bridge ST over RR CSX 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 Bridge ST over RR CSX carry?

About 1,551 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is HWY Bridge ST over RR CSX?

The structure is 44 ft (13.3 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.8 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Bridge ST over RR CSX?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.