US Bridges

ST140 SB over HWY Washburn RD

Fair

Bristol County, Massachusetts · .9 MI S of Lakevil T L · Structure no. F090223NQDOTNBI

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
119 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
11,643
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST140 SB over HWY Washburn RD is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying ST140 SB over HWY Washburn RD in Bristol County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 11,643 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,585 by 2031. The structure is 119 ft (36.3 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesST140 SB
CrossesHWY Washburn RD
Location.9 MI S of Lakevil T L
RouteState Highway 140
CountyBristol County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates41.77353, -70.96232
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating55.6 US tons
Inventory rating32.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length119 ft (36.3 m)
Longest span53 ft (16.2 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.8 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,643 (2024)
Projected traffic25,585 by 2031
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$5 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was ST140 SB over HWY Washburn RD built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is ST140 SB over HWY Washburn RD 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does ST140 SB over HWY Washburn RD carry?

About 11,643 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is ST140 SB over HWY Washburn RD?

The structure is 119 ft (36.3 m) long with a longest span of 53 ft (16.2 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns ST140 SB over HWY Washburn RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.