US Bridges

I 95 /ST128 over Water Saugus River

Fair

Essex County, Massachusetts · 2.9 KM S US1 · Structure no. L190082W3DOTNBI

Built
1940
85 years old, rebuilt 1960
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Arch - Deck
Concrete
Length
36 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
119,800
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I 95 /ST128 over Water Saugus River is a concrete arch - deck carrying I 95 /ST128 over Water Saugus River 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 119,800 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 213,206 by 2032. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long and 136 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesI 95 /ST128
CrossesWater Saugus River
Location2.9 KM S US1
RouteInterstate 95
CountyEssex County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.51282, -71.03712
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeArch - Deck
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length36 ft (11 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width136 ft (41.5 m)
Roadway width112 ft (34.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic119,800 (2021)
Projected traffic213,206 by 2032
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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$4.9 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I 95 /ST128 over Water Saugus River built?

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

What condition is I 95 /ST128 over Water Saugus 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does I 95 /ST128 over Water Saugus River carry?

About 119,800 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is I 95 /ST128 over Water Saugus River?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 136 ft wide.

Who owns I 95 /ST128 over Water Saugus River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.