US Bridges

HWY Clifton ST over I 95

Fair

Bristol County, Massachusetts · .2 Mi.S of I-295 · Structure no. A160513XBDOTNBI

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
300 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
4,785
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Clifton ST over I 95 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY Clifton ST over I 95 in Bristol County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 4,785 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,791 by 2031. The structure is 300 ft (91.4 m) long and 54 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Clifton ST
CrossesI 95
Location.2 Mi.S of I-295
RouteCity Street 0
CountyBristol County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates41.95118, -71.30697
Functional classUrban Local

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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2024
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 geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.3 US tons
Inventory rating35.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadH 20
Structure length300 ft (91.4 m)
Longest span115 ft (35.1 m)
Deck width54 ft (16.6 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,785 (2024)
Projected traffic6,791 by 2031
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 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$14.9 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Clifton ST over I 95 built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Clifton ST over I 95 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does HWY Clifton ST over I 95 carry?

About 4,785 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is HWY Clifton ST over I 95?

The structure is 300 ft (91.4 m) long with a longest span of 115 ft (35.1 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Clifton ST over I 95?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.