US Bridges

HWY Williams ST over Water Segreganset River

Fair

Bristol County, Massachusetts · 2.8 Mi. S of Taunton T.L. · Structure no. D0801094NMUNNBI

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,714
2023 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Williams ST over Water Segreganset River is a steel culvert carrying HWY Williams ST over Water Segreganset River in Bristol County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 4,714 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,477 by 2032. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Williams ST
CrossesWater Segreganset River
Location2.8 Mi. S of Taunton T.L.
RouteCity Street 0
CountyBristol County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates41.84486, -71.15747
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,714 (2023)
Projected traffic15,477 by 2032
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerTown or Township Highway Agency
Maintained byTown or Township Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$523,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Williams ST over Water Segreganset River built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Williams ST over Water Segreganset 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does HWY Williams ST over Water Segreganset River carry?

About 4,714 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is HWY Williams ST over Water Segreganset River?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns HWY Williams ST over Water Segreganset River?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.