US Bridges

ST 9 Boylston ST over HWY Quinobequin RD

Fair

Middlesex County, Massachusetts · 0.56 KM Ely Rt 128 · Structure no. N120482EGDOTNBI

Built
1932
93 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Frame
Concrete
Length
59 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
84,828
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST 9 Boylston ST over HWY Quinobequin RD is a concrete frame carrying ST 9 Boylston ST over HWY Quinobequin RD in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1932, so it is 93 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 84,828 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 90,020 by 2031. The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesST 9 Boylston ST
CrossesHWY Quinobequin RD
Location0.56 KM Ely Rt 128
RouteState Highway 9
CountyMiddlesex County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.31699, -71.22691
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
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 inspectionAugust 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 geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating66.4 US tons
Inventory rating39.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length59 ft (18 m)
Longest span50 ft (15.2 m)
Deck width58 ft (17.7 m)
Roadway width54 ft (16.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic84,828 (2024)
Projected traffic90,020 by 2031
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$3.3 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was ST 9 Boylston ST over HWY Quinobequin RD built?

It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025.

What condition is ST 9 Boylston ST over HWY Quinobequin 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does ST 9 Boylston ST over HWY Quinobequin RD carry?

About 84,828 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is ST 9 Boylston ST over HWY Quinobequin RD?

The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.

Who owns ST 9 Boylston ST over HWY Quinobequin RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.