US Bridges

I 190 NB over ST 2 EB

Fair

Worcester County, Massachusetts · .2 MI N of Mechanic ST · Structure no. L080451W1DOTNBI

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
177 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
15,405
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I 190 NB over ST 2 EB is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I 190 NB over ST 2 EB in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 15,405 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,793 by 2032. The structure is 177 ft (53.8 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesI 190 NB
CrossesST 2 EB
Location.2 MI N of Mechanic ST
RouteInterstate 190
CountyWorcester County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.52441, -71.72799
Functional classUrban 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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating53.6 US tons
Inventory rating32.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length177 ft (53.8 m)
Longest span159 ft (48.4 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,405 (2023)
Projected traffic15,793 by 2032
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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$7.3 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I 190 NB over ST 2 EB built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is I 190 NB over ST 2 EB 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 190 NB over ST 2 EB carry?

About 15,405 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is I 190 NB over ST 2 EB?

The structure is 177 ft (53.8 m) long with a longest span of 159 ft (48.4 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns I 190 NB over ST 2 EB?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.