US Bridges

HWY Franklin Ave over HWY CSX Access Road

Good

Worcester County, Massachusetts · 1/4 MI N. Grafton ST · Structure no. W44084BCYMUNNBI

Built
2013
12 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
94 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
9,613
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Franklin Ave over HWY CSX Access Road is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY Franklin Ave over HWY CSX Access Road in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 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 9,613 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks. The structure is 94 ft (28.6 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Franklin Ave
CrossesHWY CSX Access Road
Location1/4 MI N. Grafton ST
RouteCity Street 0
CountyWorcester County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.26034, -71.78899
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39.2 US tons
Inventory rating32.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length94 ft (28.6 m)
Longest span90 ft (27.4 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.7 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,613 (2021)
Projected traffic—
Trucks15%
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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$2.7 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Franklin Ave over HWY CSX Access Road built?

It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Franklin Ave over HWY CSX Access Road 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does HWY Franklin Ave over HWY CSX Access Road carry?

About 9,613 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is HWY Franklin Ave over HWY CSX Access Road?

The structure is 94 ft (28.6 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Franklin Ave over HWY CSX Access Road?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.