US Bridges

HWY Blkstn Rv RD over ST146 /ST122A

Good

Worcester County, Massachusetts · 40 Ft W of Ballard ST · Structure no. W44157AP1DOTNBI

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Box Beam or Girders - Single or Spread
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
127 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,178
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Blkstn Rv RD over ST146 /ST122A is a prestressed concrete continuous box beam or girders - single or spread carrying HWY Blkstn Rv RD over ST146 /ST122A in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 4,178 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,530 by 2033. The structure is 127 ft (38.6 m) long and 71 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Blkstn Rv RD
CrossesST146 /ST122A
Location40 Ft W of Ballard ST
RouteCity Street 0
CountyWorcester County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.22791, -71.78633
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60.7 US tons
Inventory rating36.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeBox Beam or Girders - Single or Spread
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length127 ft (38.6 m)
Longest span58 ft (17.8 m)
Deck width71 ft (21.6 m)
Roadway width56 ft (17.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,178 (2022)
Projected traffic14,530 by 2033
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$4.6 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Blkstn Rv RD over ST146 /ST122A built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Blkstn Rv RD over ST146 /ST122A 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does HWY Blkstn Rv RD over ST146 /ST122A carry?

About 4,178 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is HWY Blkstn Rv RD over ST146 /ST122A?

The structure is 127 ft (38.6 m) long with a longest span of 58 ft (17.8 m) and a deck 71 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Blkstn Rv RD over ST146 /ST122A?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.