US Bridges

HWY Gates ST over RR CSX

Good

Worcester County, Massachusetts · @ Corner of Walpole ST · Structure no. W440266BPDOT634

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
Prestressed Concrete
Length
62 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,600
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Gates ST over RR CSX is a prestressed concrete box beam or girders - multiple carrying HWY Gates ST over RR CSX in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 years old, younger than the Massachusetts average of 63.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 3,600 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,658 by 2032. The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Gates ST
CrossesRR CSX
Location@ Corner of Walpole ST
RouteCity Street 0
CountyWorcester County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.24676, -71.81868
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating81.2 US tons
Inventory rating49.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeBox Beam or Girders - Multiple
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length62 ft (18.9 m)
Longest span59 ft (18 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.5 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,600 (2024)
Projected traffic1,658 by 2032
Trucks1%
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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$1.9 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Gates ST over RR CSX built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Gates ST over RR CSX in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.

How much traffic does HWY Gates ST over RR CSX carry?

About 3,600 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is HWY Gates ST over RR CSX?

The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (18 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Gates ST over RR CSX?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.