US Bridges

ST122 A/Vernon ST over I 290

Fair

Worcester County, Massachusetts · .1 MI E of Kelly Sq · Structure no. W440851N9DOTNBI

Built
1959
66 years old, rebuilt 1989
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
143 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
21,000
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST122 A/Vernon ST over I 290 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying ST122 A/Vernon ST over I 290 in Worcester County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1959 and reconstructed in 1989, so it is 66 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 21,000 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,058 by 2031. The structure is 143 ft (43.6 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesST122 A/Vernon ST
CrossesI 290
Location.1 MI E of Kelly Sq
CountyWorcester County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.25396, -71.79717
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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 inspectionMay 2024
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 geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating57.2 US tons
Inventory rating34.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length143 ft (43.6 m)
Longest span65 ft (19.8 m)
Deck width52 ft (15.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,000 (2024)
Projected traffic23,058 by 2031
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$6.8 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was ST122 A/Vernon ST over I 290 built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1989.

What condition is ST122 A/Vernon ST over I 290 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does ST122 A/Vernon ST over I 290 carry?

About 21,000 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is ST122 A/Vernon ST over I 290?

The structure is 143 ft (43.6 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns ST122 A/Vernon ST over I 290?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.