US Bridges

HWY Otis ST over RR Mbta/Csx

Fair

Worcester County, Massachusetts · .7 MI S of ST-9 · Structure no. W24009230DOT634

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
57 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
6,519
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Otis ST over RR Mbta/Csx is a prestressed concrete slab carrying HWY Otis ST over RR Mbta/Csx in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 6,519 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,583 by 2032. The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Otis ST
CrossesRR Mbta/Csx
Location.7 MI S of ST-9
RouteCity Street 0
CountyWorcester County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.27083, -71.64162
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.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2023
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 rating77.7 US tons
Inventory rating45.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length57 ft (17.4 m)
Longest span53 ft (16.2 m)
Deck width46 ft (13.9 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,519 (2022)
Projected traffic16,583 by 2032
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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$2.4 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Otis ST over RR Mbta/Csx built?

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Otis ST over RR Mbta/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 April 2023.

How much traffic does HWY Otis ST over RR Mbta/Csx carry?

About 6,519 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is HWY Otis ST over RR Mbta/Csx?

The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long with a longest span of 53 ft (16.2 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Otis ST over RR Mbta/Csx?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.