US Bridges

HWY Plantatn ST over RR Mbta/Csx

Good

Worcester County, Massachusetts · 0.1 MI S of ST 9 · Structure no. W4403023DDOT634

Built
1934
91 years old, rebuilt 2021
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
95 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
12,839
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Plantatn ST over RR Mbta/Csx is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY Plantatn ST over RR Mbta/Csx in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 2021, so it is 91 years old, older 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 12,839 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 31,586 by 2032. The structure is 95 ft (29 m) long and 59 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Plantatn ST
CrossesRR Mbta/Csx
Location0.1 MI S of ST 9
RouteCity Street 0
CountyWorcester County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.27204, -71.76976
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating57.1 US tons
Inventory rating50 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length95 ft (29 m)
Longest span90 ft (27.4 m)
Deck width59 ft (17.9 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,839 (2022)
Projected traffic31,586 by 2032
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure3
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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

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

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2021.

What condition is HWY Plantatn ST over RR Mbta/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 Plantatn ST over RR Mbta/Csx carry?

About 12,839 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

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

The structure is 95 ft (29 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Plantatn ST over RR Mbta/Csx?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.