US Bridges

HWY King ST over ST 24

Fair

Bristol County, Massachusetts · 1.3 MI NE of US 44 · Structure no. R020143YLDOTNBI

Built
1953
72 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
119 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,500
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY King ST over ST 24 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY King ST over ST 24 in Bristol County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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.

It carries about 1,500 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,159 by 2032. The structure is 119 ft (36.3 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY King ST
CrossesST 24
Location1.3 MI NE of US 44
CountyBristol County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates41.92294, -71.03232
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
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 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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating50.8 US tons
Inventory rating30.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length119 ft (36.3 m)
Longest span57 ft (17.4 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,500 (2021)
Projected traffic3,159 by 2032
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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$4.4 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY King ST over ST 24 built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY King ST over ST 24 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 King ST over ST 24 carry?

About 1,500 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is HWY King ST over ST 24?

The structure is 119 ft (36.3 m) long with a longest span of 57 ft (17.4 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns HWY King ST over ST 24?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.