US Bridges

ST114 North ST over Comb ST107/BRG St&mbta

FairPosted for load

Essex County, Massachusetts · .1 MI W Salem Center · Structure no. S0101832TDOT634

Built
1952
73 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
138 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
34,513
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST114 North ST over Comb ST107/BRG St&mbta is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying ST114 North ST over Comb ST107/BRG St&mbta in Essex County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 34,513 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 51,169 by 2031. The structure is 138 ft (42.1 m) long and 73 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesST114 North ST
CrossesComb ST107/BRG St&mbta
Location.1 MI W Salem Center
RouteState Highway 114
Coordinates42.52415, -70.8988
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.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load 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 alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating45.1 US tons
Inventory rating24.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadUnknown
Structure length138 ft (42.1 m)
Longest span66 ft (20.1 m)
Deck width73 ft (22.1 m)
Roadway width60 ft (18.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic34,513 (2024)
Projected traffic51,169 by 2031
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway and railroad
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$9.3 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was ST114 North ST over Comb ST107/BRG St&mbta built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.

What condition is ST114 North ST over Comb ST107/BRG St&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 September 2024.

How much traffic does ST114 North ST over Comb ST107/BRG St&mbta carry?

About 34,513 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is ST114 North ST over Comb ST107/BRG St&mbta?

The structure is 138 ft (42.1 m) long with a longest span of 66 ft (20.1 m) and a deck 73 ft wide.

Who owns ST114 North ST over Comb ST107/BRG St&mbta?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.