US Bridges

ST 2 A/Marrett RD over I 95 /ST128

PoorPosted for load

Middlesex County, Massachusetts · Rt 2A at Rt 128 · Structure no. L100102JXDOTNBI

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
267 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
23,310
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST 2 A/Marrett RD over I 95 /ST128 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying ST 2 A/Marrett RD over I 95 /ST128 in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 years old, older than the Massachusetts average of 63.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 23,310 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 36,324 by 2032. The structure is 267 ft (81.4 m) long and 88 ft wide.

CarriesST 2 A/Marrett RD
CrossesI 95 /ST128
LocationRt 2A at Rt 128
RouteState Highway 2A
Coordinates42.44316, -71.2573
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
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 inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 12 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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating38.6 US tons
Inventory rating26.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadH 20
Structure length267 ft (81.4 m)
Longest span107 ft (32.6 m)
Deck width88 ft (26.8 m)
Roadway width78 ft (23.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic23,310 (2018)
Projected traffic36,324 by 2032
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$21.4 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was ST 2 A/Marrett RD over I 95 /ST128 built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is ST 2 A/Marrett RD over I 95 /ST128 in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.

How much traffic does ST 2 A/Marrett RD over I 95 /ST128 carry?

About 23,310 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is ST 2 A/Marrett RD over I 95 /ST128?

The structure is 267 ft (81.4 m) long with a longest span of 107 ft (32.6 m) and a deck 88 ft wide.

Who owns ST 2 A/Marrett RD over I 95 /ST128?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.