ST103 Wilbur Ave over Water Coles River
PoorBristol County, Massachusetts · 1.7MI E of R.I.S.L. · Structure no. S350023PEDOTNBI
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 149 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,811
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
ST103 Wilbur Ave over Water Coles River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying ST103 Wilbur Ave over Water Coles River in Bristol County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 12,811 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 29,691 by 2032. The structure is 149 ft (45.4 m) long and 56 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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was ST103 Wilbur Ave over Water Coles River built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is ST103 Wilbur Ave over Water Coles 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does ST103 Wilbur Ave over Water Coles River carry?
About 12,811 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is ST103 Wilbur Ave over Water Coles River?
The structure is 149 ft (45.4 m) long with a longest span of 49 ft (14.9 m) and a deck 56 ft wide.
Who owns ST103 Wilbur Ave over Water Coles River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.