US Bridges

I 93 SB/US1SB over ST 37 Granite ST

Fair

Norfolk County, Massachusetts · I 93 at ST 37 · Structure no. B21048ARDDOTNBI

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
106 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
108,018
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I 93 SB/US1SB over ST 37 Granite ST is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I 93 SB/US1SB over ST 37 Granite ST in Norfolk County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1957, 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 108,018 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 323,756 by 2031. The structure is 106 ft (32.2 m) long and 72 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesI 93 SB/US1SB
CrossesST 37 Granite ST
LocationI 93 at ST 37
RouteInterstate 93
Coordinates42.22308, -71.03109
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 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 rating61 US tons
Inventory rating36.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length106 ft (32.2 m)
Longest span52 ft (15.8 m)
Deck width72 ft (22 m)
Roadway width69 ft (21.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic108,018 (2023)
Projected traffic323,756 by 2031
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free 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$7.1 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I 93 SB/US1SB over ST 37 Granite ST built?

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

What condition is I 93 SB/US1SB over ST 37 Granite ST 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does I 93 SB/US1SB over ST 37 Granite ST carry?

About 108,018 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is I 93 SB/US1SB over ST 37 Granite ST?

The structure is 106 ft (32.2 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.8 m) and a deck 72 ft wide.

Who owns I 93 SB/US1SB over ST 37 Granite ST?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.