I 495 over HWY Massachusetts AVE

Poor Condition63 years old124,334 vehicles/day

Location

StateMassachusetts
CountyEssex
Location.5 Mi S Merrimac River
CarriesI 495
CrossesHWY Massachusetts AVE
Coordinates42.69766, -71.14208

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck4 (Poor)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Scour CriticalNot applicable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length111.9 ft (34.1 m)
Max Span60.0 ft (18.3 m)
Deck Width119.1 ft (36.3 m)
Deck Area1237.8 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1963 (reconstructed 1987)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic124,334 (2022)
Truck Traffic6%
Lanes On Bridge6
Lanes Under Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection124
Inspection FrequencyEvery 12 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is possibly eligible (requires evaluation)
Structure NumberN150152XJDOTNBI

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