ST 28 Main ST over Water Herring River
FairBarnstable County, Massachusetts · 1.0 M W of RTE 39 · Structure no. H1000247QDOTNBI
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 181 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 20,600
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
ST 28 Main ST over Water Herring River is a concrete continuous slab carrying ST 28 Main ST over Water Herring River in Barnstable County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 20,600 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 39,798 by 2032. The structure is 181 ft (55.2 m) long and 53 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was ST 28 Main ST over Water Herring River built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is ST 28 Main ST over Water Herring River 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does ST 28 Main ST over Water Herring River carry?
About 20,600 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is ST 28 Main ST over Water Herring River?
The structure is 181 ft (55.2 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.
Who owns ST 28 Main ST over Water Herring River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.