US Bridges

I 195 over HWY River Ave

Good

Bristol County, Massachusetts · .2 M E of New Bedford · Structure no. F010143T7DOTNBI

Built
1972
53 years old, rebuilt 2013
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
51 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
57,285
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I 195 over HWY River Ave is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I 195 over HWY River Ave in Bristol County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1972 and reconstructed in 2013, so it is 53 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 57,285 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 78,965 by 2033. The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long and 86 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).

CarriesI 195
CrossesHWY River Ave
Location.2 M E of New Bedford
RouteInterstate 195
Coordinates41.65429, -70.91354
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating67.9 US tons
Inventory rating53.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length51 ft (15.5 m)
Longest span47 ft (14.3 m)
Deck width86 ft (26.2 m)
Roadway width79 ft (24.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic57,285 (2023)
Projected traffic78,965 by 2033
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed2.5 mi (4 km)
TollOn a free 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I 195 over HWY River Ave built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2013.

What condition is I 195 over HWY River Ave 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does I 195 over HWY River Ave carry?

About 57,285 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is I 195 over HWY River Ave?

The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.3 m) and a deck 86 ft wide.

Who owns I 195 over HWY River Ave?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.