HWY Danforth ST over Water Palmer River
PoorBristol County, Massachusetts · .25 MI NW of RTE 44 · Structure no. R040223JWMUNNBI
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 23 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,423
- 2023 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
HWY Danforth ST over Water Palmer River is a steel culvert carrying HWY Danforth ST over Water Palmer River in Bristol County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1936, so it is 89 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.
It carries about 1,423 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,317 by 2032. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was HWY Danforth ST over Water Palmer River built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025.
What condition is HWY Danforth ST over Water Palmer 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does HWY Danforth ST over Water Palmer River carry?
About 1,423 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is HWY Danforth ST over Water Palmer River?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).
Who owns HWY Danforth ST over Water Palmer River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.