US Bridges

ST 1 A/N Shore RD over ST 1 A/Ramp A&b

Fair

Suffolk County, Massachusetts · 4.8 KM NE JCT SR 60&SR1A · Structure no. R0505439HDOTNBI

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
109 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
34,214
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST 1 A/N Shore RD over ST 1 A/Ramp A&b is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying ST 1 A/N Shore RD over ST 1 A/Ramp A&b in Suffolk County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 34,214 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 53,380 by 2031. The structure is 109 ft (33.2 m) long and 89 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesST 1 A/N Shore RD
CrossesST 1 A/Ramp A&b
Location4.8 KM NE JCT SR 60&SR1A
RouteState Highway 1A
Coordinates42.44018, -70.96869
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.
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 inspectionAugust 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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating70.8 US tons
Inventory rating42.3 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length109 ft (33.2 m)
Longest span104 ft (31.6 m)
Deck width89 ft (27.2 m)
Roadway width72 ft (21.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic34,214 (2024)
Projected traffic53,380 by 2031
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure5
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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
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 ST 1 A/N Shore RD over ST 1 A/Ramp A&b built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is ST 1 A/N Shore RD over ST 1 A/Ramp A&b 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does ST 1 A/N Shore RD over ST 1 A/Ramp A&b carry?

About 34,214 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is ST 1 A/N Shore RD over ST 1 A/Ramp A&b?

The structure is 109 ft (33.2 m) long with a longest span of 104 ft (31.6 m) and a deck 89 ft wide.

Who owns ST 1 A/N Shore RD over ST 1 A/Ramp A&b?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.