US Bridges

I 90 Ex 111 in 12 over I 90

Fair

Middlesex County, Massachusetts · I 90 Mm 111.2 · Structure no. F070494PNDOTNBI

Built
1957
68 years old, rebuilt 1994
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
201 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
10,271
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I 90 Ex 111 in 12 over I 90 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I 90 Ex 111 in 12 over I 90 in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 1994, 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.

It carries about 10,271 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 632 by 2031. The structure is 201 ft (61.3 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesI 90 Ex 111 in 12
CrossesI 90
LocationI 90 Mm 111.2
RouteInterstate 90
Coordinates42.29407, -71.48279
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating68.3 US tons
Inventory rating40.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length201 ft (61.3 m)
Longest span75 ft (22.8 m)
Deck width55 ft (16.8 m)
Roadway width49 ft (15 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,271 (2024)
Projected traffic632 by 2031
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a toll road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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$10.1 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I 90 Ex 111 in 12 over I 90 built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1994.

What condition is I 90 Ex 111 in 12 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does I 90 Ex 111 in 12 over I 90 carry?

About 10,271 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is I 90 Ex 111 in 12 over I 90?

The structure is 201 ft (61.3 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.8 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.

Who owns I 90 Ex 111 in 12 over I 90?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.