US 6 NW Ramp over ST 79
FairBristol County, Massachusetts · 500FT N of Vet Mem Bridge · Structure no. F02096AG1DOTNBI
- Built
- 2011
- 14 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Box Beam or Girders - Multiple
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 597 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,500
- 2018 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 6 NW Ramp over ST 79 is a steel continuous box beam or girders - multiple carrying US 6 NW Ramp over ST 79 in Bristol County, Massachusetts. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 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 6 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 1,500 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,162 by 2032. The structure is 597 ft (182 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 6 NW Ramp over ST 79 built?
It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 6 NW Ramp over ST 79 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 2024.
How much traffic does US 6 NW Ramp over ST 79 carry?
About 1,500 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US 6 NW Ramp over ST 79?
The structure is 597 ft (182 m) long with a longest span of 130 ft (39.6 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.
Who owns US 6 NW Ramp over ST 79?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.