US Bridges

HWY Western Ave over HWY Soldiers Field RD

Fair

Suffolk County, Massachusetts · .1 MI N of Birmingham Pkw · Structure no. B164004F1DOTNBI

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Frame
Concrete Continuous
Length
66 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
30,000
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Western Ave over HWY Soldiers Field RD is a concrete continuous frame carrying HWY Western Ave over HWY Soldiers Field RD in Suffolk County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 30,000 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 79,281 by 2031. The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long and 81 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Western Ave
CrossesHWY Soldiers Field RD
Location.1 MI N of Birmingham Pkw
RouteCity Street 0
CountySuffolk County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.36161, -71.14619
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
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 inspectionJuly 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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating65.5 US tons
Inventory rating39.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length66 ft (20.1 m)
Longest span31 ft (9.4 m)
Deck width81 ft (24.6 m)
Roadway width68 ft (20.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic30,000 (2024)
Projected traffic79,281 by 2031
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
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$5 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Western Ave over HWY Soldiers Field RD built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Western Ave over HWY Soldiers Field RD 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 2024.

How much traffic does HWY Western Ave over HWY Soldiers Field RD carry?

About 30,000 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is HWY Western Ave over HWY Soldiers Field RD?

The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.4 m) and a deck 81 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Western Ave over HWY Soldiers Field RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.