US Bridges

HWY Russells Mil over Water Paskamansett River

FairPosted for load

Bristol County, Massachusetts · .75 M W of Tucker RD · Structure no. D040203J5MUNNBI

Built
1826
199 years old, rebuilt 1936
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Arch - Deck
Masonry
Length
29 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
9,957
2024 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Russells Mil over Water Paskamansett River is a masonry arch - deck carrying HWY Russells Mil over Water Paskamansett River in Bristol County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1826 and reconstructed in 1936, so it is 199 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 9,957 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,371 by 2031. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesHWY Russells Mil
CrossesWater Paskamansett River
Location.75 M W of Tucker RD
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates41.58571, -70.99013
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating43 US tons
Inventory rating25.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeArch - Deck
MaterialMasonry
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width55 ft (16.8 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,957 (2024)
Projected traffic11,371 by 2031
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerTown or Township Highway Agency
Maintained byTown or Township Highway Agency
Historic statusEligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$1.5 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Russells Mil over Water Paskamansett River built?

It was built in 1826, making it 199 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1936.

What condition is HWY Russells Mil over Water Paskamansett 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does HWY Russells Mil over Water Paskamansett River carry?

About 9,957 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is HWY Russells Mil over Water Paskamansett River?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Russells Mil over Water Paskamansett River?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.