US Bridges

I 95 NB/ST128 NB over HWY Summer ST

Fair

Essex County, Massachusetts · 0.5 MI S of US-1 · Structure no. L190072W6DOTNBI

Built
1940
85 years old, rebuilt 1960
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Frame
Concrete
Length
60 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
55,400
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I 95 NB/ST128 NB over HWY Summer ST is a concrete frame carrying I 95 NB/ST128 NB over HWY Summer ST in Essex County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 1960, 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 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 55,400 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 130,292 by 2032. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 67 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesI 95 NB/ST128 NB
CrossesHWY Summer ST
Location0.5 MI S of US-1
RouteInterstate 95
CountyEssex County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.51572, -71.01321
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
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 inspectionMay 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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating77.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length60 ft (18.3 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width67 ft (20.5 m)
Roadway width62 ft (18.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic55,400 (2017)
Projected traffic130,292 by 2032
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$3.8 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I 95 NB/ST128 NB over HWY Summer ST built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1960.

What condition is I 95 NB/ST128 NB over HWY Summer 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does I 95 NB/ST128 NB over HWY Summer ST carry?

About 55,400 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is I 95 NB/ST128 NB over HWY Summer ST?

The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 67 ft wide.

Who owns I 95 NB/ST128 NB over HWY Summer ST?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.