US Bridges

US 1 Nb/Gl Edwrds over I 95

Fair

Norfolk County, Massachusetts · US1 at I 95 South Bridge · Structure no. S090113PQDOTNBI

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
401 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
26,000
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 1 Nb/Gl Edwrds over I 95 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 1 Nb/Gl Edwrds over I 95 in Norfolk County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 26,000 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 56,855 by 2032. The structure is 401 ft (122.2 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 1 Nb/Gl Edwrds
CrossesI 95
LocationUS1 at I 95 South Bridge
RouteU.S. Route 1
CountyNorfolk County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.12569, -71.22761
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.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 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 geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60.4 US tons
Inventory rating36.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadH 20
Structure length401 ft (122.2 m)
Longest span105 ft (32 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.1 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic26,000 (2023)
Projected traffic56,855 by 2032
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed2.5 mi (4 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$15.8 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 1 Nb/Gl Edwrds over I 95 built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 1 Nb/Gl Edwrds over I 95 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does US 1 Nb/Gl Edwrds over I 95 carry?

About 26,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is US 1 Nb/Gl Edwrds over I 95?

The structure is 401 ft (122.2 m) long with a longest span of 105 ft (32 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns US 1 Nb/Gl Edwrds over I 95?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.