US Bridges

HWY Howe ST over ST213

Fair

Essex County, Massachusetts · 1.3 MI E ST28 · Structure no. M1701631HDOTNBI

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
195 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
42,155
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Howe ST over ST213 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY Howe ST over ST213 in Essex County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 42,155 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 33,576 by 2031. The structure is 195 ft (59.4 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Howe ST
CrossesST213
Location1.3 MI E ST28
RouteState Highway 0
CountyEssex County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.74248, -71.16888
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
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 rating75 US tons
Inventory rating44.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadH 20
Structure length195 ft (59.4 m)
Longest span65 ft (19.8 m)
Deck width49 ft (14.9 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic42,155 (2024)
Projected traffic33,576 by 2031
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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$8.7 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Howe ST over ST213 built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Howe ST over ST213 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does HWY Howe ST over ST213 carry?

About 42,155 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is HWY Howe ST over ST213?

The structure is 195 ft (59.4 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Howe ST over ST213?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.