US Bridges

HWY Goldsbry ST over RR P&w/B&m/Tnl

Fair

Worcester County, Massachusetts · From School Street North · Structure no. W44078239DOT634

Built
1953
72 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2022
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
42 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
9,619
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Goldsbry ST over RR P&w/B&m/Tnl is a steel culvert carrying HWY Goldsbry ST over RR P&w/B&m/Tnl in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 years old, older 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 9,619 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,004 by 2032. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long and 100 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Goldsbry ST
CrossesRR P&w/B&m/Tnl
LocationFrom School Street North
CountyWorcester County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.27022, -71.79693
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
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2022
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 rating72.6 US tons
Inventory rating38.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length42 ft (12.8 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width100 ft (30.4 m)
Roadway width100 ft (30.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deck14 ft (4.3 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,619 (2017)
Projected traffic18,004 by 2032
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and railroad
CrossesOther
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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$3.9 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Goldsbry ST over RR P&w/B&m/Tnl built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Goldsbry ST over RR P&w/B&m/Tnl 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 2022.

How much traffic does HWY Goldsbry ST over RR P&w/B&m/Tnl carry?

About 9,619 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is HWY Goldsbry ST over RR P&w/B&m/Tnl?

The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 100 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Goldsbry ST over RR P&w/B&m/Tnl?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.