US Bridges

HWY Cherry ST over I 495

Good

Plymouth County, Massachusetts · .4 M S of RTE 28 · Structure no. M180434AADOTNBI

Built
1958
67 years old, rebuilt 1992
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
237 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,164
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Cherry ST over I 495 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY Cherry ST over I 495 in Plymouth County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1958 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 67 years old, older than the Massachusetts average of 63.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 1,164 vehicles a day, projected to reach 2,685 by 2031. The structure is 237 ft (72.2 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Cherry ST
CrossesI 495
Location.4 M S of RTE 28
RouteCity Street 0
CountyPlymouth County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates41.86872, -70.88964
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating56.2 US tons
Inventory rating33.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadH 20
Structure length237 ft (72.2 m)
Longest span77 ft (23.5 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.6 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,164 (2024)
Projected traffic2,685 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$9 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Cherry ST over I 495 built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.

What condition is HWY Cherry ST over I 495 in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in December 2024.

How much traffic does HWY Cherry ST over I 495 carry?

About 1,164 vehicles per day (2024 count).

How long is HWY Cherry ST over I 495?

The structure is 237 ft (72.2 m) long with a longest span of 77 ft (23.5 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Cherry ST over I 495?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.