US Bridges

ST111 Nb/Mass Ave over ST 2 EB

Fair

Middlesex County, Massachusetts · 1500 Ft E of ST-27 · Structure no. A0202928JDOTNBI

Built
1950
75 years old, rebuilt 1990
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
47 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
4,460
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST111 Nb/Mass Ave over ST 2 EB is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying ST111 Nb/Mass Ave over ST 2 EB in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 1990, so it is 75 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 4,460 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 55,276 by 2031. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesST111 Nb/Mass Ave
CrossesST 2 EB
Location1500 Ft E of ST-27
RouteState Highway 2
CountyMiddlesex County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.47405, -71.44556
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75.1 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length47 ft (14.3 m)
Longest span45 ft (13.7 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.7 m)
Roadway width35 ft (10.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,460 (2023)
Projected traffic55,276 by 2031
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$2 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was ST111 Nb/Mass Ave over ST 2 EB built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1990.

What condition is ST111 Nb/Mass Ave over ST 2 EB 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does ST111 Nb/Mass Ave over ST 2 EB carry?

About 4,460 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is ST111 Nb/Mass Ave over ST 2 EB?

The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns ST111 Nb/Mass Ave over ST 2 EB?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.