US Bridges

HWY Gilbert ST over RR Amtrak/Mbta

Good

Bristol County, Massachusetts · .6 MI NW of Norton T.L. · Structure no. M0300740FDOT634

Built
1876
149 years old, rebuilt 1997
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
47 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,072
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Gilbert ST over RR Amtrak/Mbta is a prestressed concrete slab carrying HWY Gilbert ST over RR Amtrak/Mbta in Bristol County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1876 and reconstructed in 1997, so it is 149 years old, older 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 2,072 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,738 by 2032. The structure is 47 ft (14.2 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Gilbert ST
CrossesRR Amtrak/Mbta
Location.6 MI NW of Norton T.L.
RouteCity Street 0
CountyBristol County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates41.98462, -71.25402
Functional classUrban Collector

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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating71.8 US tons
Inventory rating43 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length47 ft (14.2 m)
Longest span45 ft (13.6 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.1 m)
Roadway width22 ft (6.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,072 (2023)
Projected traffic4,738 by 2032
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$2.4 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Gilbert ST over RR Amtrak/Mbta built?

It was built in 1876, making it 149 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1997.

What condition is HWY Gilbert ST over RR Amtrak/Mbta 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 January 2023.

How much traffic does HWY Gilbert ST over RR Amtrak/Mbta carry?

About 2,072 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is HWY Gilbert ST over RR Amtrak/Mbta?

The structure is 47 ft (14.2 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.6 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Gilbert ST over RR Amtrak/Mbta?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.