US Bridges

ST 3 Ramp X&y @t over HWY Centre ST

Fair

Norfolk County, Massachusetts · Q Adams ST · Structure no. Q01054A2UMBTNBI

Built
1981
44 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
94 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
—
2000 count
Owner
State
Other State Agency

About this bridge

ST 3 Ramp X&y @t over HWY Centre ST is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying ST 3 Ramp X&y @t over HWY Centre ST 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.

No traffic count is recorded. The structure is 94 ft (28.5 m) long and 75 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesST 3 Ramp X&y @t
CrossesHWY Centre ST
LocationQ Adams ST
RouteState Highway 3
CountyNorfolk County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.23265, -71.00964
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 inspectionMarch 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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating81.5 US tons
Inventory rating43 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length94 ft (28.5 m)
Longest span82 ft (24.9 m)
Deck width75 ft (22.9 m)
Roadway width72 ft (21.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic—
Projected traffic—
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerOther State Agency
Maintained byOther State Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$6.5 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was ST 3 Ramp X&y @t over HWY Centre ST built?

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

What condition is ST 3 Ramp X&y @t over HWY Centre 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does ST 3 Ramp X&y @t over HWY Centre ST carry?

No traffic count is recorded for this structure.

How long is ST 3 Ramp X&y @t over HWY Centre ST?

The structure is 94 ft (28.5 m) long with a longest span of 82 ft (24.9 m) and a deck 75 ft wide.

Who owns ST 3 Ramp X&y @t over HWY Centre ST?

It is owned by the Other State Agency.