US Bridges

HWY Bwkr NB Ofrp over HWY Strrw DR WB on Rmp

FairPosted for load

Suffolk County, Massachusetts · .2 MI S of ST RTE 2A · Structure no. B163654FJDOTNBI

Built
1965
60 years old, rebuilt 2016
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
150 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
16,971
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Bwkr NB Ofrp over HWY Strrw DR WB on Rmp is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY Bwkr NB Ofrp over HWY Strrw DR WB on Rmp in Suffolk County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1965 and reconstructed in 2016, so it is 60 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. Its operating status is: posted for other load-capacity restriction.

It carries about 16,971 vehicles a day, projected to reach 42,641 by 2032. The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long and 29 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesHWY Bwkr NB Ofrp
CrossesHWY Strrw DR WB on Rmp
Location.2 MI S of ST RTE 2A
RouteU.S. Route 1
CountySuffolk County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.3505, -71.09208
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 statusPosted for other load-capacity restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating48.7 US tons
Inventory rating29.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length150 ft (45.7 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.9 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic16,971 (2022)
Projected traffic42,641 by 2032
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesOverpass structure at an interchange
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$4 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Bwkr NB Ofrp over HWY Strrw DR WB on Rmp built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2016.

What condition is HWY Bwkr NB Ofrp over HWY Strrw DR WB on Rmp 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 HWY Bwkr NB Ofrp over HWY Strrw DR WB on Rmp carry?

About 16,971 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is HWY Bwkr NB Ofrp over HWY Strrw DR WB on Rmp?

The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Bwkr NB Ofrp over HWY Strrw DR WB on Rmp?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.