HWY South ST E over Water Taunton River
PoorPosted for loadBristol County, Massachusetts · Raynham-Taunton Townline · Structure no. R020033M4MUNNBI
- Built
- 1945
- 80 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 95 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 17,068
- 2024 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
HWY South ST E over Water Taunton River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY South ST E over Water Taunton River in Bristol County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1945, so it is 80 years old, older than the Massachusetts average of 63.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 17,068 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,742 by 2031. The structure is 95 ft (29 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was HWY South ST E over Water Taunton River built?
It was built in 1945, making it 80 years old in 2025.
What condition is HWY South ST E over Water Taunton River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.
How much traffic does HWY South ST E over Water Taunton River carry?
About 17,068 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is HWY South ST E over Water Taunton River?
The structure is 95 ft (29 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns HWY South ST E over Water Taunton River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.