ST 1 A/S Main ST over Water Ipswich River
FairEssex County, Massachusetts · .32 KM SE of County RD · Structure no. I010022PQMUNNBI
- Built
- 1764
- 261 years old, rebuilt 1839
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Masonry
- Length
- 68 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 26,250
- 2019 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
ST 1 A/S Main ST over Water Ipswich River is a masonry arch - deck carrying ST 1 A/S Main ST over Water Ipswich River in Essex County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1764 and reconstructed in 1839, so it is 261 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 26,250 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 42,325 by 2032. The structure is 68 ft (20.7 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was ST 1 A/S Main ST over Water Ipswich River built?
It was built in 1764, making it 261 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1839.
What condition is ST 1 A/S Main ST over Water Ipswich River 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does ST 1 A/S Main ST over Water Ipswich River carry?
About 26,250 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is ST 1 A/S Main ST over Water Ipswich River?
The structure is 68 ft (20.7 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns ST 1 A/S Main ST over Water Ipswich River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.