US Bridges

I 195 EB over HWY Sanford RD

Fair

Bristol County, Massachusetts · .6 MI E of Fall River C.L · Structure no. W300253UDDOTNBI

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
125 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
40,983
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I 195 EB over HWY Sanford RD is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I 195 EB over HWY Sanford RD in Bristol County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 40,983 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 48,958 by 2031. The structure is 125 ft (38.1 m) long and 56 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesI 195 EB
CrossesHWY Sanford RD
Location.6 MI E of Fall River C.L
RouteInterstate 195
CountyBristol County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates41.67968, -71.10754
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
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.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
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 geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating58.6 US tons
Inventory rating35.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length125 ft (38.1 m)
Longest span56 ft (17.1 m)
Deck width56 ft (17.1 m)
Roadway width53 ft (16.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic40,983 (2023)
Projected traffic48,958 by 2031
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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$6.5 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I 195 EB over HWY Sanford RD built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is I 195 EB over HWY Sanford RD 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does I 195 EB over HWY Sanford RD carry?

About 40,983 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is I 195 EB over HWY Sanford RD?

The structure is 125 ft (38.1 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17.1 m) and a deck 56 ft wide.

Who owns I 195 EB over HWY Sanford RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.