US Bridges

HWY Standley ST over ST128

Fair

Essex County, Massachusetts · 1.2 Miles S Grapevine Rd. · Structure no. B1101430ADOTNBI

Built
1952
73 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2023
Type
Frame
Concrete Continuous
Length
190 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,844
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Standley ST over ST128 is a concrete continuous frame carrying HWY Standley ST over ST128 in Essex County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 years old, older 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 2,844 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,159 by 2032. The structure is 190 ft (57.9 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Standley ST
CrossesST128
Location1.2 Miles S Grapevine Rd.
RouteState Highway 0
CountyEssex County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.57292, -70.84668
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionNovember 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 geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating79.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length190 ft (57.9 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.3 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,844 (2019)
Projected traffic3,159 by 2032
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$6.9 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Standley ST over ST128 built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Standley ST over ST128 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does HWY Standley ST over ST128 carry?

About 2,844 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is HWY Standley ST over ST128?

The structure is 190 ft (57.9 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Standley ST over ST128?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.