US Bridges

I 90 over HWY Granger ST

Fair

Hampden County, Massachusetts · Mm 46.6 on I-90 · Structure no. C130294J8DOTNBI

Built
1957
68 years old, rebuilt 1994
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
39 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
45,385
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I 90 over HWY Granger ST is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I 90 over HWY Granger ST in Hampden County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 1994, so it is 68 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 45,385 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 51,060 by 2032. The structure is 39 ft (12 m) long and 90 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesI 90
CrossesHWY Granger ST
LocationMm 46.6 on I-90
RouteInterstate 90
CountyHampden County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.15414, -72.62139
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 inspectionJanuary 2025
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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98.5 US tons
Inventory rating59 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length39 ft (12 m)
Longest span35 ft (10.7 m)
Deck width90 ft (27.4 m)
Roadway width85 ft (25.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic45,385 (2023)
Projected traffic51,060 by 2032
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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$3.5 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I 90 over HWY Granger ST built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1994.

What condition is I 90 over HWY Granger 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does I 90 over HWY Granger ST carry?

About 45,385 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is I 90 over HWY Granger ST?

The structure is 39 ft (12 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 90 ft wide.

Who owns I 90 over HWY Granger ST?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.