US Bridges

I 495 NB over ST 62 Central ST

Fair

Worcester County, Massachusetts · .25 Miles W of Hudson Tl · Structure no. B090171UXDOTNBI

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
137 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
47,667
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I 495 NB over ST 62 Central ST is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I 495 NB over ST 62 Central ST in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 47,667 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 151,613 by 2032. The structure is 137 ft (41.8 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesI 495 NB
CrossesST 62 Central ST
Location.25 Miles W of Hudson Tl
RouteInterstate 495
Coordinates42.39499, -71.60658
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
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 geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating55.3 US tons
Inventory rating33.2 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length137 ft (41.8 m)
Longest span55 ft (16.8 m)
Deck width60 ft (18.3 m)
Roadway width52 ft (15.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic47,667 (2023)
Projected traffic151,613 by 2032
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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$7.5 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I 495 NB over ST 62 Central ST built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.

What condition is I 495 NB over ST 62 Central ST 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 2025.

How much traffic does I 495 NB over ST 62 Central ST carry?

About 47,667 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is I 495 NB over ST 62 Central ST?

The structure is 137 ft (41.8 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.

Who owns I 495 NB over ST 62 Central ST?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.