US Bridges

I 90 over Water Diversion Channel

Fair

Worcester County, Massachusetts · I-90 Mm 93.1 · Structure no. M220394M3DOTNBI

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
68 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
95,494
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I 90 over Water Diversion Channel is a concrete continuous culvert carrying I 90 over Water Diversion Channel in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1957, 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 95,494 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 135,294 by 2031. The structure is 68 ft (20.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesI 90
CrossesWater Diversion Channel
LocationI-90 Mm 93.1
RouteInterstate 90
CountyWorcester County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.20616, -71.79798
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating89.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length68 ft (20.6 m)
Longest span21 ft (6.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic95,494 (2024)
Projected traffic135,294 by 2031
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a toll 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$6.3 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I 90 over Water Diversion Channel built?

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

What condition is I 90 over Water Diversion Channel 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does I 90 over Water Diversion Channel carry?

About 95,494 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is I 90 over Water Diversion Channel?

The structure is 68 ft (20.6 m) long with a longest span of 21 ft (6.4 m).

Who owns I 90 over Water Diversion Channel?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.