Did you know? The oldest bridge in the NBI was built in 1697.
Did you know? The oldest bridge in the NBI was built in 1697.
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over RR MBTA/BMRR
.16 KM E JCT 60 & 20
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This bridge has a Fair overall condition rating of 5 out of 9. While it is not classified as structurally deficient, it shows some deterioration that is being monitored.
The bridge carries 28,190 vehicles per day and is 90 years old (reconstructed in 1991).
Its sufficiency rating of 56.4 places it below the national average of 63.6.
The NBI records a navigation clearance of 18 feet — the minimum vertical space below the bridge deck. The total height of the bridge structure (including towers, railings, and superstructure) may be higher.
For travelers with bridge anxiety
This bridge may cause some awareness for travelers with bridge anxiety, but has manageable characteristics.
This bridge is 234 feet long — a short crossing, about 10-15 seconds.
A truss bridge — the steel framework can provide a sense of enclosure.
About 18 feet above ground — moderate height, similar to a 3-5 story building.
About 28,190 vehicles cross daily — moderate traffic, some congestion possible.
The deck is 85 feet wide with multiple lanes — easy to stay in a center lane.
This bridge crosses over land, not water — no water views below.
This comfort score is designed to help individuals with bridge anxiety plan their travel. All bridges in the National Bridge Inventory are regularly inspected and deemed safe for travel. This is not medical advice — if you experience severe anxiety, please consult a healthcare professional.
Year Built
1936
90 years old (rebuilt 1991)
Structure Type
Steel Truss (Thru)
Total Length
234 ft
71.3 m
Deck Width
85 ft
25.9 m
Spans
1
sections between supports
Max Span
115 ft
longest unsupported section (35.1 m)
Traffic Lanes
4 lanes
Two-way traffic
Clearance Below
18 ft
navigation clearance under deck
Clearance height compared to familiar objects
Height shown is the navigation clearance below the bridge deck. The total height of the bridge structure (including towers and superstructure) may be higher.
Daily Traffic
28,190vehicles/day
42.37786°N, 71.22364°W
Steel Truss (Thru)
A steel truss bridge uses a framework of interconnected triangular elements. The geometric rigidity of triangles makes this design extremely efficient at distributing loads.
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Data from the National Bridge Inventory (NBI), maintained by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA).
Data year: 2025. Conditions may have changed since the last inspection.
This information is provided for educational and informational purposes only. It should not be used as the sole basis for any decisions related to bridge safety or transportation planning. Always consult official sources and local authorities for the most current data.