US Bridges

I 91 SB over HWY Fairview ST

Fair

Franklin County, Massachusetts · Mm 42.7 on I-91 SB · Structure no. G120620XFDOTNBI

Built
1966
59 years old, rebuilt 1986
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
82 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
15,587
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I 91 SB over HWY Fairview ST is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I 91 SB over HWY Fairview ST in Franklin County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1966 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 59 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 15,587 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,971 by 2031. The structure is 82 ft (25 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesI 91 SB
CrossesHWY Fairview ST
LocationMm 42.7 on I-91 SB
RouteInterstate 91
CountyFranklin County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.58073, -72.62185
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 inspectionJune 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 geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating82.2 US tons
Inventory rating49.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length82 ft (25 m)
Longest span78 ft (23.8 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.7 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,587 (2017)
Projected traffic17,971 by 2031
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$3.7 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I 91 SB over HWY Fairview ST built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.

What condition is I 91 SB over HWY Fairview ST 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does I 91 SB over HWY Fairview ST carry?

About 15,587 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is I 91 SB over HWY Fairview ST?

The structure is 82 ft (25 m) long with a longest span of 78 ft (23.8 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns I 91 SB over HWY Fairview ST?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.