US Bridges

ST 24 Extension/Ri over I 195

Fair

Bristol County, Massachusetts · Extension I 195 to R.I. · Structure no. F020743MHDOTNBI

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
163 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
61,635
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST 24 Extension/Ri over I 195 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying ST 24 Extension/Ri over I 195 in Bristol County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 years old, younger 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 61,635 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 44,536 by 2032. The structure is 163 ft (49.7 m) long and 66 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesST 24 Extension/Ri
CrossesI 195
LocationExtension I 195 to R.I.
RouteState Highway 24
CountyBristol County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates41.68506, -71.13646
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating73.2 US tons
Inventory rating43.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length163 ft (49.7 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width66 ft (20.1 m)
Roadway width50 ft (15.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic61,635 (2022)
Projected traffic44,536 by 2032
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$9.8 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was ST 24 Extension/Ri over I 195 built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.

What condition is ST 24 Extension/Ri over I 195 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does ST 24 Extension/Ri over I 195 carry?

About 61,635 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is ST 24 Extension/Ri over I 195?

The structure is 163 ft (49.7 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 66 ft wide.

Who owns ST 24 Extension/Ri over I 195?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.