US Bridges

ST140 Beaman ST over RR Bmrr

Fair

Worcester County, Massachusetts · .2 Mi. S. of Laurel St. · Structure no. W1700422TDOT634

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
39 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,600
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST140 Beaman ST over RR Bmrr is a prestressed concrete slab carrying ST140 Beaman ST over RR Bmrr in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 years old, younger 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 5 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 3,600 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,739 by 2032. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesST140 Beaman ST
CrossesRR Bmrr
Location.2 Mi. S. of Laurel St.
RouteState Highway 140
CountyWorcester County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.38844, -71.7925
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating53.9 US tons
Inventory rating32.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span34 ft (10.4 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,600 (2024)
Projected traffic7,739 by 2032
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$1.5 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was ST140 Beaman ST over RR Bmrr built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is ST140 Beaman ST over RR Bmrr 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does ST140 Beaman ST over RR Bmrr carry?

About 3,600 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is ST140 Beaman ST over RR Bmrr?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns ST140 Beaman ST over RR Bmrr?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.