US Bridges

HWY East ST over US 1 Providence HWY

Fair

Norfolk County, Massachusetts · .96 KM S of Dedham T.L. · Structure no. W3100636BDOTNBI

Built
1956
69 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
161 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
16,552
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY East ST over US 1 Providence HWY is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY East ST over US 1 Providence HWY in Norfolk County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 16,552 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,216 by 2031. The structure is 161 ft (49.1 m) long and 50 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesHWY East ST
CrossesUS 1 Providence HWY
Location.96 KM S of Dedham T.L.
CountyNorfolk County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.21999, -71.1807
Functional classUrban Minor 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
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.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating61.4 US tons
Inventory rating36.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length161 ft (49.1 m)
Longest span90 ft (27.4 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.3 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic16,552 (2024)
Projected traffic23,216 by 2031
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
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$7.5 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY East ST over US 1 Providence HWY built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY East ST over US 1 Providence HWY 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does HWY East ST over US 1 Providence HWY carry?

About 16,552 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is HWY East ST over US 1 Providence HWY?

The structure is 161 ft (49.1 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns HWY East ST over US 1 Providence HWY?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.