US Bridges

US202 /ST10/SHMPTN over I 90

FairPosted for load

Hampden County, Massachusetts · Mm 40.7 on I-90 · Structure no. W250484JRDOTNBI

Built
1957
68 years old, rebuilt 1988
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
198 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
21,800
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US202 /ST10/SHMPTN over I 90 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US202 /ST10/SHMPTN over I 90 in Hampden County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 1988, 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 21,800 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,068 by 2033. The structure is 198 ft (60.2 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).

Location

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CarriesUS202 /ST10/SHMPTN
CrossesI 90
LocationMm 40.7 on I-90
RouteInterstate 10
CountyHampden County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.14436, -72.73138
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 statusPosted for load restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating61 US tons
Inventory rating36.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+2 approach)
Design loadH 20
Structure length198 ft (60.2 m)
Longest span65 ft (19.7 m)
Deck width55 ft (16.9 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,800 (2020)
Projected traffic25,068 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed29.8 mi (48 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$10 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US202 /ST10/SHMPTN over I 90 built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.

What condition is US202 /ST10/SHMPTN over I 90 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 US202 /ST10/SHMPTN over I 90 carry?

About 21,800 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US202 /ST10/SHMPTN over I 90?

The structure is 198 ft (60.2 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.7 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.

Who owns US202 /ST10/SHMPTN over I 90?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.