US Bridges

HWY Wisdom Way over I 91

Fair

Franklin County, Massachusetts · Mm 42.1 on I-91 · Structure no. G12057139DOTNBI

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
323 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
1,681
2016 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Wisdom Way over I 91 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY Wisdom Way over I 91 in Franklin County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 1,681 vehicles a day, projected to reach 3,001 by 2031. The structure is 323 ft (98.3 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Wisdom Way
CrossesI 91
LocationMm 42.1 on I-91
RouteCity Street 0
CountyFranklin County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.57257, -72.6206
Functional classUrban Collector

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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionNovember 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 rating60.2 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadH 20
Structure length323 ft (98.3 m)
Longest span83 ft (25.2 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.4 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,681 (2016)
Projected traffic3,001 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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$12 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Wisdom Way over I 91 built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Wisdom Way over I 91 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does HWY Wisdom Way over I 91 carry?

About 1,681 vehicles per day (2016 count).

How long is HWY Wisdom Way over I 91?

The structure is 323 ft (98.3 m) long with a longest span of 83 ft (25.2 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Wisdom Way over I 91?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.