US Bridges

HWY Washngton ST over US 1

Fair

Essex County, Massachusetts · .3 MI S Merrimac River · Structure no. N11015321DOTNBI

Built
1934
91 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Frame
Concrete
Length
63 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
10,403
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Washngton ST over US 1 is a concrete frame carrying HWY Washngton ST over US 1 in Essex County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1934, so it is 91 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 10,403 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,211 by 2031. The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Washngton ST
CrossesUS 1
Location.3 MI S Merrimac River
RouteState Highway 0
CountyEssex County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.81093, -70.87632
Functional classUrban Local

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.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 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 rating40.5 US tons
Inventory rating24.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length63 ft (19.2 m)
Longest span55 ft (16.8 m)
Deck width60 ft (18.2 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,403 (2023)
Projected traffic2,211 by 2031
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusEligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$3.5 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Washngton ST over US 1 built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Washngton ST over US 1 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does HWY Washngton ST over US 1 carry?

About 10,403 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is HWY Washngton ST over US 1?

The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Washngton ST over US 1?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.