US Bridges

HWY Old Wstboro over I 90

Fair

Worcester County, Massachusetts · I-90 Mm 100.0 · Structure no. G080324LBDOTNBI

Built
1957
68 years old, rebuilt 1995
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
275 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,760
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Old Wstboro over I 90 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY Old Wstboro over I 90 in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 1995, so it is 68 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.

It carries about 3,760 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,737 by 2031. The structure is 275 ft (83.8 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Old Wstboro
CrossesI 90
LocationI-90 Mm 100.0
RouteInterstate 90
CountyWorcester County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.22686, -71.66982
Functional classRural Major Collector

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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionNovember 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 geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating45.2 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length275 ft (83.8 m)
Longest span96 ft (29.3 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.3 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,760 (2023)
Projected traffic1,737 by 2031
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo
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$10.1 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Old Wstboro over I 90 built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1995.

What condition is HWY Old Wstboro over I 90 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does HWY Old Wstboro over I 90 carry?

About 3,760 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is HWY Old Wstboro over I 90?

The structure is 275 ft (83.8 m) long with a longest span of 96 ft (29.3 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Old Wstboro over I 90?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.