US Bridges

HWY Kings HWY over ST140

Fair

Bristol County, Massachusetts · 4.32 Km. North U.S. 6 · Structure no. N060363W3DOTNBI

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
162 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
15,000
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Kings HWY over ST140 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY Kings HWY over ST140 in Bristol County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 15,000 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 61,751 by 2031. The structure is 162 ft (49.4 m) long and 59 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Kings HWY
CrossesST140
Location4.32 Km. North U.S. 6
CountyBristol County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates41.67605, -70.94429
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.
Last inspectionApril 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 geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating64.6 US tons
Inventory rating38.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length162 ft (49.4 m)
Longest span79 ft (24.1 m)
Deck width59 ft (17.9 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,000 (2022)
Projected traffic61,751 by 2031
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed2.5 mi (4 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$8.7 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Kings HWY over ST140 built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Kings HWY over ST140 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does HWY Kings HWY over ST140 carry?

About 15,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is HWY Kings HWY over ST140?

The structure is 162 ft (49.4 m) long with a longest span of 79 ft (24.1 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Kings HWY over ST140?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.