US Bridges

US 3 /ST2&16/ALWF over HWY Alw Sta Access RD

Fair

Middlesex County, Massachusetts · .32 KM N of Ringe Ave · Structure no. C010214DGDOTNBI

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Arch - Deck
Concrete
Length
30 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
59,700
2025 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 3 /ST2&16/ALWF over HWY Alw Sta Access RD is a concrete arch - deck carrying US 3 /ST2&16/ALWF over HWY Alw Sta Access RD in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 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 59,700 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 114,499 by 2032. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 80 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 4.3 mi (7 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 3 /ST2&16/ALWF
CrossesHWY Alw Sta Access RD
Location.32 KM N of Ringe Ave
RouteU.S. Route 3
CountyMiddlesex County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.39697, -71.1411
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
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
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 geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39.1 US tons
Inventory rating23.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeArch - Deck
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width80 ft (24.4 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic59,700 (2025)
Projected traffic114,499 by 2032
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed4.3 mi (7 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$2.4 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 3 /ST2&16/ALWF over HWY Alw Sta Access RD built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 3 /ST2&16/ALWF over HWY Alw Sta Access 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 2025.

How much traffic does US 3 /ST2&16/ALWF over HWY Alw Sta Access RD carry?

About 59,700 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is US 3 /ST2&16/ALWF over HWY Alw Sta Access RD?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 80 ft wide.

Who owns US 3 /ST2&16/ALWF over HWY Alw Sta Access RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.