US Bridges

HWY Bryant ST over ST 24

Fair

Bristol County, Massachusetts · 1.5 Mi. S of Padelford ST · Structure no. B080023WKDOTNBI

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
193 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,681
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Bryant ST over ST 24 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY Bryant ST over ST 24 in Bristol County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 1,681 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,211 by 2032. The structure is 193 ft (58.8 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Bryant ST
CrossesST 24
Location1.5 Mi. S of Padelford ST
RouteCity Street 0
CountyBristol County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates41.82686, -71.06916
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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating42.7 US tons
Inventory rating27.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadH 20
Structure length193 ft (58.8 m)
Longest span56 ft (17.1 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.7 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,681 (2023)
Projected traffic2,211 by 2032
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$6.1 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Bryant ST over ST 24 built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Bryant ST over ST 24 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does HWY Bryant ST over ST 24 carry?

About 1,681 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is HWY Bryant ST over ST 24?

The structure is 193 ft (58.8 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17.1 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Bryant ST over ST 24?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.