US Bridges

ST128 over ST 35 High ST

Fair

Essex County, Massachusetts · 1.3 MI N of ST-114 · Structure no. D030212U3DOTNBI

Built
1940
85 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2023
Type
Frame
Concrete
Length
77 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
72,449
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST128 over ST 35 High ST is a concrete frame carrying ST128 over ST 35 High ST in Essex County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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 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 72,449 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 116,552 by 2032. The structure is 77 ft (23.5 m) long and 85 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesST128
CrossesST 35 High ST
Location1.3 MI N of ST-114
RouteState Highway 128
CountyEssex County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.55809, -70.92897
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating33.6 US tons
Inventory rating20.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length77 ft (23.5 m)
Longest span66 ft (20.1 m)
Deck width85 ft (26 m)
Roadway width64 ft (19.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic72,449 (2018)
Projected traffic116,552 by 2032
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusEligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$6.1 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was ST128 over ST 35 High ST built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.

What condition is ST128 over ST 35 High 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does ST128 over ST 35 High ST carry?

About 72,449 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is ST128 over ST 35 High ST?

The structure is 77 ft (23.5 m) long with a longest span of 66 ft (20.1 m) and a deck 85 ft wide.

Who owns ST128 over ST 35 High ST?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.