US Bridges

HWY Pond ST Nrth over RR Amtrak/Mbta

Fair

Bristol County, Massachusetts · AMTRAK RR Mm 193.4 · Structure no. A16030403DOT634

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
51 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
8,100
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Pond ST Nrth over RR Amtrak/Mbta is a prestressed concrete slab carrying HWY Pond ST Nrth over RR Amtrak/Mbta in Bristol County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger 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 8,100 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,265 by 2033. The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Pond ST Nrth
CrossesRR Amtrak/Mbta
LocationAMTRAK RR Mm 193.4
RouteCity Street 0
CountyBristol County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates41.90219, -71.33025
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 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 rating68.6 US tons
Inventory rating41.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length51 ft (15.5 m)
Longest span51 ft (15.4 m)
Deck width36 ft (11.1 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,100 (2024)
Projected traffic10,265 by 2033
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$1.7 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Pond ST Nrth over RR Amtrak/Mbta built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Pond ST Nrth over RR Amtrak/Mbta 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does HWY Pond ST Nrth over RR Amtrak/Mbta carry?

About 8,100 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is HWY Pond ST Nrth over RR Amtrak/Mbta?

The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long with a longest span of 51 ft (15.4 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Pond ST Nrth over RR Amtrak/Mbta?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.