US Bridges

I 95 NB over HWY Plain ST

Fair

Bristol County, Massachusetts · .2 MI SW of Mansfld T.L. · Structure no. N160493R5DOTNBI

Built
1962
63 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
145 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
61,914
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I 95 NB over HWY Plain ST is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I 95 NB over HWY Plain ST in Bristol County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 61,914 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 85,598 by 2032. The structure is 145 ft (44.2 m) long and 56 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesI 95 NB
CrossesHWY Plain ST
Location.2 MI SW of Mansfld T.L.
RouteInterstate 95
CountyBristol County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.00643, -71.28474
Functional classUrban 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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
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 geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating52 US tons
Inventory rating31.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length145 ft (44.2 m)
Longest span68 ft (20.7 m)
Deck width56 ft (17.1 m)
Roadway width50 ft (15.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic61,914 (2023)
Projected traffic85,598 by 2032
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$7.5 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I 95 NB over HWY Plain ST built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.

What condition is I 95 NB over HWY Plain 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does I 95 NB over HWY Plain ST carry?

About 61,914 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is I 95 NB over HWY Plain ST?

The structure is 145 ft (44.2 m) long with a longest span of 68 ft (20.7 m) and a deck 56 ft wide.

Who owns I 95 NB over HWY Plain ST?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.