HWY Plain ST over Water Taunton River
FairBristol County, Massachusetts · At JCT of Water ST · Structure no. T010073K9MUNNBI
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 118 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,786
- 2023 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
HWY Plain ST over Water Taunton River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY Plain ST over Water Taunton River 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 9,786 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 35,376 by 2032. The structure is 118 ft (36 m) long and 57 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was HWY Plain ST over Water Taunton River built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is HWY Plain ST over Water Taunton River 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does HWY Plain ST over Water Taunton River carry?
About 9,786 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is HWY Plain ST over Water Taunton River?
The structure is 118 ft (36 m) long with a longest span of 58 ft (17.7 m) and a deck 57 ft wide.
Who owns HWY Plain ST over Water Taunton River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.