US Bridges

HWY Pleasant ST over ST 24

Fair

Bristol County, Massachusetts · .6 MI SW of Bridgewater L · Structure no. R020153YMDOTNBI

Built
1979
46 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
247 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,053
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Pleasant ST over ST 24 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY Pleasant ST over ST 24 in Bristol County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 6 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 5,053 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,371 by 2031. The structure is 247 ft (75.3 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Pleasant ST
CrossesST 24
Location.6 MI SW of Bridgewater L
RouteCity Street 0
CountyBristol County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates41.93865, -71.02327
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating65.7 US tons
Inventory rating39.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length247 ft (75.3 m)
Longest span122 ft (37.3 m)
Deck width49 ft (14.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,053 (2023)
Projected traffic11,371 by 2031
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$2.1 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Pleasant ST over ST 24 built?

It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Pleasant 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does HWY Pleasant ST over ST 24 carry?

About 5,053 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is HWY Pleasant ST over ST 24?

The structure is 247 ft (75.3 m) long with a longest span of 122 ft (37.3 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Pleasant ST over ST 24?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.