US Bridges

HWY George ST over HWY Copland DR

FairPosted for load

Bristol County, Massachusetts · Next to Rail; Old RTE 140 · Structure no. M030183XQDOTNBI

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
70 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
857
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY George ST over HWY Copland DR is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY George ST over HWY Copland DR in Bristol County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 857 vehicles a day, projected to reach 474 by 2033. The structure is 70 ft (21.3 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY George ST
CrossesHWY Copland DR
LocationNext to Rail; Old RTE 140
CountyBristol County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.02541, -71.22527
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating33.4 US tons
Inventory rating16.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length70 ft (21.3 m)
Longest span66 ft (20.1 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.5 m)
Roadway width21 ft (6.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic857 (2024)
Projected traffic474 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$2.3 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY George ST over HWY Copland DR built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY George ST over HWY Copland DR 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does HWY George ST over HWY Copland DR carry?

About 857 vehicles per day (2024 count).

How long is HWY George ST over HWY Copland DR?

The structure is 70 ft (21.3 m) long with a longest span of 66 ft (20.1 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns HWY George ST over HWY Copland DR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.