US Bridges

I 395 Ramp C & D over Water Wellington Brook

Good

Worcester County, Massachusetts · N.E. Set of Ramps Exit 9 · Structure no. O060451QFDOTNBI

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,492
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I 395 Ramp C & D over Water Wellington Brook is a concrete continuous culvert carrying I 395 Ramp C & D over Water Wellington Brook in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 years old, younger than the Massachusetts average of 63.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 2,492 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,738 by 2032. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesI 395 Ramp C & D
CrossesWater Wellington Brook
LocationN.E. Set of Ramps Exit 9
RouteInterstate 395
CountyWorcester County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.15121, -71.85426
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,492 (2023)
Projected traffic4,738 by 2032
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I 395 Ramp C & D over Water Wellington Brook built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.

What condition is I 395 Ramp C & D over Water Wellington Brook in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.

How much traffic does I 395 Ramp C & D over Water Wellington Brook carry?

About 2,492 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is I 395 Ramp C & D over Water Wellington Brook?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns I 395 Ramp C & D over Water Wellington Brook?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.