US Bridges

HWY Padelford ST over ST 24

Good

Bristol County, Massachusetts · E of Pine ST · Structure no. B08003BGLDOTNBI

Built
2014
11 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
211 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
10,474
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Padelford ST over ST 24 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY Padelford ST over ST 24 in Bristol County, Massachusetts. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 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 10,474 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks. The structure is 211 ft (64.2 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Padelford ST
CrossesST 24
LocationE of Pine ST
RouteCity Street 0
CountyBristol County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates41.84804, -71.06243
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating71.4 US tons
Inventory rating57.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2
Design loadHL 93
Structure length211 ft (64.2 m)
Longest span102 ft (31 m)
Deck width39 ft (12 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,474 (2024)
Projected traffic—
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$5.5 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Padelford ST over ST 24 built?

It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Padelford ST over ST 24 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 September 2024.

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

About 10,474 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is HWY Padelford ST over ST 24?

The structure is 211 ft (64.2 m) long with a longest span of 102 ft (31 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Padelford ST over ST 24?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.