US Bridges

HWY Connector RD over ST 9 Turnpike RD

Fair

Worcester County, Massachusetts · .5 Mi. W of I-495 · Structure no. W240261M3DOTNBI

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
124 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
6,486
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Connector RD over ST 9 Turnpike RD is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY Connector RD over ST 9 Turnpike RD 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 6,486 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 30,007 by 2031. The structure is 124 ft (37.8 m) long and 57 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Connector RD
CrossesST 9 Turnpike RD
Location.5 Mi. W of I-495
RouteCity Street 0
CountyWorcester County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.28853, -71.58573
Functional classUrban Collector

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating55.6 US tons
Inventory rating31.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length124 ft (37.8 m)
Longest span120 ft (36.6 m)
Deck width57 ft (17.5 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,486 (2023)
Projected traffic30,007 by 2031
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$6.5 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Connector RD over ST 9 Turnpike RD built?

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

What condition is HWY Connector RD over ST 9 Turnpike RD 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does HWY Connector RD over ST 9 Turnpike RD carry?

About 6,486 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is HWY Connector RD over ST 9 Turnpike RD?

The structure is 124 ft (37.8 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 57 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Connector RD over ST 9 Turnpike RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.