US Bridges

I 90 WB over ST 19 Brimfield RD

Fair

Worcester County, Massachusetts · Mm 69.6 on I-90 · Structure no. W070294NADOTNBI

Built
1957
68 years old, rebuilt 1982
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
139 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
41,638
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I 90 WB over ST 19 Brimfield RD is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I 90 WB over ST 19 Brimfield RD in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 1982, 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. Its operating status is: open, would be posted or closed except for temporary shoring.

It carries about 41,638 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 53,745 by 2031. The structure is 139 ft (42.5 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesI 90 WB
CrossesST 19 Brimfield RD
LocationMm 69.6 on I-90
RouteInterstate 90
Coordinates42.18142, -72.20762
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, would be posted or closed except for temporary shoring
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating74.3 US tons
Inventory rating44.4 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length139 ft (42.5 m)
Longest span44 ft (13.3 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.6 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic41,638 (2018)
Projected traffic53,745 by 2031
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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$5.7 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I 90 WB over ST 19 Brimfield RD built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1982.

What condition is I 90 WB over ST 19 Brimfield RD 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does I 90 WB over ST 19 Brimfield RD carry?

About 41,638 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is I 90 WB over ST 19 Brimfield RD?

The structure is 139 ft (42.5 m) long with a longest span of 44 ft (13.3 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns I 90 WB over ST 19 Brimfield RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.