I 93 SB over Water Ipswich River
FairMiddlesex County, Massachusetts · 1.1 MI N of ST-129 · Structure no. W380262HVDOTNBI
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 41 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 78,543
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 93 SB over Water Ipswich River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I 93 SB over Water Ipswich River in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 78,543 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 213,206 by 2031. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long and 83 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I 93 SB over Water Ipswich River built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 93 SB over Water Ipswich River 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does I 93 SB over Water Ipswich River carry?
About 78,543 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is I 93 SB over Water Ipswich River?
The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11 m) and a deck 83 ft wide.
Who owns I 93 SB over Water Ipswich River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.