FHWA NBI 2024 Inspection record Public-domain dataset

ST 63 BRIDGE ST

Carrying ST 63 BRIDGE ST over WATER MILLERS RIVER

JCT RT 63 & MILLERS RIVER, Franklin, Massachusetts

Data updated May 2026

FHWA NBI record, refreshed with each annual release.

Fair
58 t Inventory load rating

Bridge Snapshot: ST 63 BRIDGE ST

The ST 63 BRIDGE ST bridge in Franklin, Massachusetts carries ST 63 BRIDGE ST over WATER MILLERS RIVER. It was built in 1953, making it 73 years old today. It was last reconstructed in 2007, extending its service life. The structure is built primarily of prestressed concrete and spans 2 sections, stretching 61.3 meters (201 feet) end to end. Daily traffic averages 9,310 vehicles, placing it in the moderately-trafficked tier of Massachusetts bridges. It is owned and maintained by State Highway Agency.

The latest FHWA inspection records show a deck rating of 7/9, superstructure at 6/9, substructure at 7/9. The weakest component sits in fair condition. All reported major components score above the Poor range. Its NBI inventory load rating is 57.6 metric tons.

Sourced from the FHWA National Bridge Inventory. See our methodology for refresh cadence and NBI release vintage.

How ST 63 BRIDGE ST compares

▲ 16.4
Load rating vs Massachusetts average (41.2 t)
Top 12%
Higher load rating than 88% of Massachusetts bridges
314
Bridges in Franklin · 35 in Poor condition
ST 63 BRIDGE ST 57.6 t
Massachusetts average 41.2 t

Live comparison across Massachusetts.

Historical Sufficiency Rating

PlainBridge-computed
90.9 / 100 - historical 80–100 band
Structural adequacy /55
55.0
Serviceability /30
29.0
Essentiality /15
7.9
Special reductions
−1.0

FHWA discontinued this calculated item; it does not determine current condition, funding eligibility, posting, or closure. How the historical reference is calculated.

Condition Ratings

Deck
7/9
Good (7–9)
Superstructure
6/9
Fair (5–6)
Substructure
7/9
Good (7–9)
Inventory Load Rating
57.6 t
NBI inventory level (metric tons)
Overall Condition
Fair

Full 0–9 scale + sufficiency-rating breakdown: how condition ratings work.

Structural Details

Year Built
1953
Last Reconstructed
2007
Material
Prestressed Concrete
Number of Spans
2
Structure Length
61.3 m (201 ft)
Deck Width
17.3 m (57 ft)
Owner
State Highway Agency
Avg Daily Traffic
9,310 vehicles/day
Structure Number
E100020W3DOTNBI

Condition Analysis

  • At 7/9, the deck (driving surface) is in good shape and shows no significant wear.
  • At 6/9, the superstructure (beams and supports above the deck) shows fair condition, with minor wear flagged for upkeep.
  • The substructure (piers and abutments) rates good at 7/9, with no significant deterioration on file.

How to read this record

This page shows what the last federal inspection recorded, not whether ST 63 BRIDGE ST is safe to cross today. Here is how to use it.

  • NBI condition ratings reflect the latest record in this annual dataset, not a live status. Current routine inspection intervals are risk-based.
  • Learn how the 0–9 condition scale and Good/Fair/Poor categories are defined. How condition ratings work
  • Compare ST 63 BRIDGE ST against other structures in Franklin and across Massachusetts. Massachusetts bridges
  • Noticed visible damage or a safety concern? Report it to the agency that owns the bridge, or call 911 in an emergency. How to report a bridge

Condition codes come straight from the FHWA National Bridge Inventory and are not a real-time safety judgment. Only the owning agency, a state DOT, county, or other owner, can post, restrict, or close a bridge.

Frequently Asked Questions

What do the condition ratings mean for ST 63 BRIDGE ST?

ST 63 BRIDGE ST in Franklin, Massachusetts has a deck rating of 7/9, superstructure rating of 6/9, and substructure rating of 7/9 on the FHWA's 0–9 scale.

How often is ST 63 BRIDGE ST inspected?

ST 63 BRIDGE ST's responsible agency sets its routine interval under FHWA's risk-based inspection rules; this page does not expose the scheduled interval. It carries about 9,310 vehicles per day.

What does “structurally deficient” mean in older bridge reports?

FHWA retired that reported status beginning with the 2018 archive. ST 63 BRIDGE ST is currently shown as Fair condition from its component ratings; that category is not a live closure or safety decision.

What is the inventory load rating for ST 63 BRIDGE ST?

ST 63 BRIDGE ST has an NBI inventory load rating of 57.6 metric tons.

Who is responsible for maintaining ST 63 BRIDGE ST?

ST 63 BRIDGE ST is owned and maintained by State Highway Agency.

How old is ST 63 BRIDGE ST and does age affect safety?

ST 63 BRIDGE ST was built in 1953, making it 73 years old and last reconstructed in 2007.

Disclaimer: Bridge condition data is from the FHWA NBI and reflects the last reported inspection. A Poor condition rating is not a live declaration that a bridge is closed or unsafe for travel. For current closure, posting, or safety information, contact the responsible transportation agency.

Data sourced from the Federal Highway Administration National Bridge Inventory. See our methodology for details. Retrieved and formatted by PlainBridges

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