US Bridges

I 295 over Water Seven Mile River

Good

Bristol County, Massachusetts · .2 MI E of US 1 · Structure no. N160543URDOTNBI

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
43,451
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I 295 over Water Seven Mile River is a concrete culvert carrying I 295 over Water Seven Mile River in Bristol County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 43,451 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 63,172 by 2032. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesI 295
CrossesWater Seven Mile River
Location.2 MI E of US 1
RouteInterstate 295
Coordinates41.9494, -71.3418
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic43,451 (2022)
Projected traffic63,172 by 2032
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure8
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$143,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I 295 over Water Seven Mile River built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is I 295 over Water Seven Mile River 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does I 295 over Water Seven Mile River carry?

About 43,451 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is I 295 over Water Seven Mile River?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns I 295 over Water Seven Mile River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.