US Bridges

I 91 SB over HWY Old Ferry RD

Fair

Hampshire County, Massachusetts · Mm 24.3 on I-91 SB · Structure no. N19061105DOTNBI

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
88 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
36,140
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I 91 SB over HWY Old Ferry RD is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I 91 SB over HWY Old Ferry RD in Hampshire County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 36,140 vehicles a day, projected to reach 31,665 by 2033. The structure is 88 ft (26.8 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesI 91 SB
CrossesHWY Old Ferry RD
LocationMm 24.3 on I-91 SB
RouteInterstate 91
CountyHampshire County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.32773, -72.61709
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.
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 inspectionJanuary 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 geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating62.1 US tons
Inventory rating37.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length88 ft (26.8 m)
Longest span85 ft (25.8 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.5 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic36,140 (2018)
Projected traffic31,665 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$3.6 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I 91 SB over HWY Old Ferry RD built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is I 91 SB over HWY Old Ferry RD 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 2024.

How much traffic does I 91 SB over HWY Old Ferry RD carry?

About 36,140 vehicles per day (2018 count).

How long is I 91 SB over HWY Old Ferry RD?

The structure is 88 ft (26.8 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.8 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns I 91 SB over HWY Old Ferry RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.