US Bridges

I 495 over Water Sudbury River

Good

Worcester County, Massachusetts · 0.2 MI N of I-90 · Structure no. W240241U0DOTNBI

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
69,784
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I 495 over Water Sudbury River is a concrete culvert carrying I 495 over Water Sudbury River in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 69,784 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 66,331 by 2032. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesI 495
CrossesWater Sudbury River
Location0.2 MI N of I-90
RouteInterstate 495
Coordinates42.26779, -71.56448
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal 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
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic69,784 (2020)
Projected traffic66,331 by 2032
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure7
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I 495 over Water Sudbury River built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is I 495 over Water Sudbury River 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does I 495 over Water Sudbury River carry?

About 69,784 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is I 495 over Water Sudbury River?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).

Who owns I 495 over Water Sudbury River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.