HWY Elm ST over Water Taunton River
GoodBristol County, Massachusetts · Over Taunton at Dighton · Structure no. B08001B6PMUNNBI
- Built
- 2015
- 10 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 359 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,553
- 2023 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
HWY Elm ST over Water Taunton River is a concrete arch - deck carrying HWY Elm ST over Water Taunton River in Bristol County, Massachusetts. It was built in 2015, so it is 10 years old, younger than the Massachusetts average of 63.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 8,553 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks. The structure is 359 ft (109.4 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 7.5 mi (12 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was HWY Elm ST over Water Taunton River built?
It was built in 2015, making it 10 years old in 2025.
What condition is HWY Elm ST over Water Taunton River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.
How much traffic does HWY Elm ST over Water Taunton River carry?
About 8,553 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is HWY Elm ST over Water Taunton River?
The structure is 359 ft (109.4 m) long with a longest span of 93 ft (28.3 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns HWY Elm ST over Water Taunton River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.