US Bridges

HWY Ramp F over HWY Ramp B NB Qa on Rp

Fair

Norfolk County, Massachusetts · .2MI from Capens Circle · Structure no. B2106434XDOTNBI

Built
1981
44 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
136 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
23,405
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Ramp F over HWY Ramp B NB Qa on Rp is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY Ramp F over HWY Ramp B NB Qa on Rp in Norfolk County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 years old, younger 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 23,405 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,163 by 2032. The structure is 136 ft (41.5 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Ramp F
CrossesHWY Ramp B NB Qa on Rp
Location.2MI from Capens Circle
CountyNorfolk County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.22786, -71.00719
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 inspectionSeptember 2023
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 geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating76.1 US tons
Inventory rating45.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length136 ft (41.5 m)
Longest span133 ft (40.5 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.5 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic23,405 (2023)
Projected traffic24,163 by 2032
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$3.9 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Ramp F over HWY Ramp B NB Qa on Rp built?

It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Ramp F over HWY Ramp B NB Qa on Rp 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does HWY Ramp F over HWY Ramp B NB Qa on Rp carry?

About 23,405 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is HWY Ramp F over HWY Ramp B NB Qa on Rp?

The structure is 136 ft (41.5 m) long with a longest span of 133 ft (40.5 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Ramp F over HWY Ramp B NB Qa on Rp?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.