US Bridges

ST 28 Fellsway W over I 93

Poor

Middlesex County, Massachusetts · Rt 28 at Rt 93 · Structure no. S270062L2DOTNBI

Built
1959
66 years old, rebuilt 1976
Condition
Poor
inspected January 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
403 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
9,181
2025 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST 28 Fellsway W over I 93 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying ST 28 Fellsway W over I 93 in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1959 and reconstructed in 1976, so it is 66 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 3 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: open, would be posted or closed except for temporary shoring.

It carries about 9,181 vehicles a day, projected to reach 26,532 by 2031. The structure is 403 ft (122.8 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesST 28 Fellsway W
CrossesI 93
LocationRt 28 at Rt 93
RouteState Highway 28
Coordinates42.45931, -71.1021
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure3 SeriousLoss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 6 months
Operating statusOpen, would be posted or closed except for temporary shoring
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating73.1 US tons
Inventory rating43.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadH 20
Structure length403 ft (122.8 m)
Longest span141 ft (43 m)
Deck width52 ft (15.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,181 (2025)
Projected traffic26,532 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
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 statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$18.9 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was ST 28 Fellsway W over I 93 built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1976.

What condition is ST 28 Fellsway W over I 93 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does ST 28 Fellsway W over I 93 carry?

About 9,181 vehicles per day (2025 count).

How long is ST 28 Fellsway W over I 93?

The structure is 403 ft (122.8 m) long with a longest span of 141 ft (43 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns ST 28 Fellsway W over I 93?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.