US Bridges

HWY ST James Ave over I 291 /US20

Fair

Hampden County, Massachusetts · Mm 2.6 on I-291 · Structure no. S2407111DDOTNBI

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
268 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
46,300
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY ST James Ave over I 291 /US20 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY ST James Ave over I 291 /US20 in Hampden County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 46,300 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 43,115 by 2033. The structure is 268 ft (81.8 m) long and 96 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY ST James Ave
CrossesI 291 /US20
LocationMm 2.6 on I-291
RouteCity Street 0
CountyHampden County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.12691, -72.567
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be 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 rating19 US tons
Inventory rating19 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+1 approach)
Design loadH 20
Structure length268 ft (81.8 m)
Longest span92 ft (27.9 m)
Deck width96 ft (29.4 m)
Roadway width77 ft (23.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic46,300 (2018)
Projected traffic43,115 by 2033
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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$23.5 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY ST James Ave over I 291 /US20 built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY ST James Ave over I 291 /US20 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does HWY ST James Ave over I 291 /US20 carry?

About 46,300 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is HWY ST James Ave over I 291 /US20?

The structure is 268 ft (81.8 m) long with a longest span of 92 ft (27.9 m) and a deck 96 ft wide.

Who owns HWY ST James Ave over I 291 /US20?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.