US Bridges

HWY Christian LN over I 91

Fair

Franklin County, Massachusetts · Mm 33.2 on I-91 · Structure no. W3301712XDOTNBI

Built
1962
63 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
264 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
2,069
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Christian LN over I 91 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY Christian LN over I 91 in Franklin County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 2,069 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,288 by 2031. The structure is 264 ft (80.5 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Christian LN
CrossesI 91
LocationMm 33.2 on I-91
RouteCity Street 0
CountyFranklin County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.44521, -72.61964
Functional classRural Major 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.
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 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 geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating45 US tons
Inventory rating22.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadH 20
Structure length264 ft (80.5 m)
Longest span66 ft (20.1 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.4 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,069 (2018)
Projected traffic4,288 by 2031
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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$9.8 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Christian LN over I 91 built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Christian LN 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does HWY Christian LN over I 91 carry?

About 2,069 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is HWY Christian LN over I 91?

The structure is 264 ft (80.5 m) long with a longest span of 66 ft (20.1 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Christian LN over I 91?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.