US 5 SB over I 91
FairHampden County, Massachusetts · @ Mm 3.6 on I-91 · Structure no. S240510WCDOTNBI
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 268 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,513
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 5 SB over I 91 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 5 SB over I 91 in Hampden County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 6 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 12,513 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,532 by 2031. The structure is 268 ft (81.7 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 5 SB over I 91 built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 5 SB 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does US 5 SB over I 91 carry?
About 12,513 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is US 5 SB over I 91?
The structure is 268 ft (81.7 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns US 5 SB over I 91?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.