US Bridges

US 1 Newbrprt Tpk over RR MBTA

Fair

Essex County, Massachusetts · 0.2 MI N of Little River · Structure no. N10015AVUDOT634

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
571 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
11,600
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 1 Newbrprt Tpk over RR MBTA is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 1 Newbrprt Tpk over RR MBTA in Essex County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 years old, younger 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 11,600 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,425 by 2032. The structure is 571 ft (174 m) long and 76 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 1 Newbrprt Tpk
CrossesRR MBTA
Location0.2 MI N of Little River
RouteState Highway 1
CountyEssex County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.79451, -70.87682
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 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 alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating73.6 US tons
Inventory rating44.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length571 ft (174 m)
Longest span126 ft (38.5 m)
Deck width76 ft (23.2 m)
Roadway width73 ft (22.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,600 (2019)
Projected traffic16,425 by 2032
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$39.5 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 1 Newbrprt Tpk over RR MBTA built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 1 Newbrprt Tpk over RR MBTA 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does US 1 Newbrprt Tpk over RR MBTA carry?

About 11,600 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US 1 Newbrprt Tpk over RR MBTA?

The structure is 571 ft (174 m) long with a longest span of 126 ft (38.5 m) and a deck 76 ft wide.

Who owns US 1 Newbrprt Tpk over RR MBTA?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.