US Bridges

ST113 High ST over Other Clipr Rail Trail

Fair

Essex County, Massachusetts · .1 MI W of US-1 · Structure no. N1100232KDOT634

Built
1907
118 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
43 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
14,930
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST113 High ST over Other Clipr Rail Trail is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying ST113 High ST over Other Clipr Rail Trail in Essex County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1907, so it is 118 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 14,930 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 29,059 by 2031. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 68 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesST113 High ST
CrossesOther Clipr Rail Trail
Location.1 MI W of US-1
RouteState Highway 113
CountyEssex County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.81011, -70.87781
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 inspectionSeptember 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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating94.9 US tons
Inventory rating56.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width68 ft (20.7 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,930 (2024)
Projected traffic29,059 by 2031
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesPedestrian / bicycle
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$2.8 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was ST113 High ST over Other Clipr Rail Trail built?

It was built in 1907, making it 118 years old in 2025.

What condition is ST113 High ST over Other Clipr Rail Trail 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does ST113 High ST over Other Clipr Rail Trail carry?

About 14,930 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is ST113 High ST over Other Clipr Rail Trail?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 68 ft wide.

Who owns ST113 High ST over Other Clipr Rail Trail?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.