US Bridges

US 1 Cutler HWY over Comb Trail & Linden Crk

Fair

Suffolk County, Massachusetts · .64 KM N of ST-60 · Structure no. R050023AGDOTNBI

Built
1937
88 years old, rebuilt 1977
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
139 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
12,996
2025 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 1 Cutler HWY over Comb Trail & Linden Crk is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 1 Cutler HWY over Comb Trail & Linden Crk in Suffolk County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1937 and reconstructed in 1977, so it is 88 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. Its operating status is: open, would be posted or closed except for temporary shoring.

It carries about 12,996 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 178,461 by 2032. The structure is 139 ft (42.3 m) long and 80 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesUS 1 Cutler HWY
CrossesComb Trail & Linden Crk
Location.64 KM N of ST-60
RouteU.S. Route 1
Coordinates42.4354, -71.01967
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
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.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, would be posted or closed except for temporary shoring
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating77.7 US tons
Inventory rating46.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length139 ft (42.3 m)
Longest span36 ft (11.1 m)
Deck width80 ft (24.3 m)
Roadway width60 ft (18.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,996 (2025)
Projected traffic178,461 by 2032
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad and waterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$10.2 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 1 Cutler HWY over Comb Trail & Linden Crk built?

It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1977.

What condition is US 1 Cutler HWY over Comb Trail & Linden Crk 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does US 1 Cutler HWY over Comb Trail & Linden Crk carry?

About 12,996 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US 1 Cutler HWY over Comb Trail & Linden Crk?

The structure is 139 ft (42.3 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11.1 m) and a deck 80 ft wide.

Who owns US 1 Cutler HWY over Comb Trail & Linden Crk?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.