US Bridges

HWY South Rotary over ST 99 Sullivan Sq Undrps

Fair

Suffolk County, Massachusetts · 1.6 KM N of N Wshngton ST · Structure no. B1624537VMUNNBI

Built
1951
74 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Frame
Concrete
Length
62 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
27,025
2024 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY South Rotary over ST 99 Sullivan Sq Undrps is a concrete frame carrying HWY South Rotary over ST 99 Sullivan Sq Undrps in Suffolk County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1951, so it is 74 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 6 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 27,025 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 41,378 by 2033. The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long and 64 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesHWY South Rotary
CrossesST 99 Sullivan Sq Undrps
Location1.6 KM N of N Wshngton ST
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates42.38387, -71.07343
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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating53.1 US tons
Inventory rating31.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length62 ft (18.9 m)
Longest span62 ft (18.9 m)
Deck width64 ft (19.6 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deck18 ft (5.6 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic27,025 (2024)
Projected traffic41,378 by 2033
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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$3.6 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY South Rotary over ST 99 Sullivan Sq Undrps built?

It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY South Rotary over ST 99 Sullivan Sq Undrps 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does HWY South Rotary over ST 99 Sullivan Sq Undrps carry?

About 27,025 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is HWY South Rotary over ST 99 Sullivan Sq Undrps?

The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long with a longest span of 62 ft (18.9 m) and a deck 64 ft wide.

Who owns HWY South Rotary over ST 99 Sullivan Sq Undrps?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.