US Bridges

HWY Depot RD over ST 2

Fair

Worcester County, Massachusetts · 1.5 Miles East of St. 140 · Structure no. W280291P2DOTNBI

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
150 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,407
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Depot RD over ST 2 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY Depot RD over ST 2 in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 5,407 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,686 by 2032. The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Depot RD
CrossesST 2
Location1.5 Miles East of St. 140
RouteCity Street 0
CountyWorcester County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.54721, -71.86634
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 inspectionNovember 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 alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating73.6 US tons
Inventory rating44.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length150 ft (45.7 m)
Longest span78 ft (23.8 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.6 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,407 (2019)
Projected traffic8,686 by 2032
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
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$6.1 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Depot RD over ST 2 built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Depot RD over ST 2 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does HWY Depot RD over ST 2 carry?

About 5,407 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is HWY Depot RD over ST 2?

The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long with a longest span of 78 ft (23.8 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Depot RD over ST 2?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.