US Bridges

I 90 EB over US 7 East ST

Fair

Berkshire County, Massachusetts · Mm 7.5/A9/1M N. Stkbrdg · Structure no. S260154H1DOTNBI

Built
1957
68 years old, rebuilt 1993
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
155 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
12,220
2016 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I 90 EB over US 7 East ST is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I 90 EB over US 7 East ST in Berkshire County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 1993, so it is 68 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 12,220 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 36,087 by 2031. The structure is 155 ft (47.3 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesI 90 EB
CrossesUS 7 East ST
LocationMm 7.5/A9/1M N. Stkbrdg
RouteInterstate 90
CountyBerkshire County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.2971, -73.29421
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2023
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 geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating81.9 US tons
Inventory rating49.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length155 ft (47.3 m)
Longest span66 ft (20.1 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.7 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,220 (2016)
Projected traffic36,087 by 2031
Trucks22%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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$6.4 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I 90 EB over US 7 East ST built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1993.

What condition is I 90 EB over US 7 East ST 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does I 90 EB over US 7 East ST carry?

About 12,220 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.

How long is I 90 EB over US 7 East ST?

The structure is 155 ft (47.3 m) long with a longest span of 66 ft (20.1 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns I 90 EB over US 7 East ST?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.