US Bridges

HWY Stevens ST over ST140

Fair

Bristol County, Massachusetts · .5 MI S of ST 24 · Structure no. T010523X8DOTNBI

Built
1959
66 years old, rebuilt 2004
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
160 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
8,200
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Stevens ST over ST140 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY Stevens ST over ST140 in Bristol County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1959 and reconstructed in 2004, so it is 66 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 8,200 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,531 by 2032. The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long and 56 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 4.3 mi (7 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Stevens ST
CrossesST140
Location.5 MI S of ST 24
RouteCity Street 0
CountyBristol County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates41.86716, -71.04824
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.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
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 geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating85.9 US tons
Inventory rating51.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length160 ft (48.8 m)
Longest span79 ft (24.1 m)
Deck width56 ft (17.2 m)
Roadway width46 ft (14 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,200 (2018)
Projected traffic20,531 by 2032
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed4.3 mi (7 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$8.2 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Stevens ST over ST140 built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2004.

What condition is HWY Stevens ST over ST140 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does HWY Stevens ST over ST140 carry?

About 8,200 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is HWY Stevens ST over ST140?

The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long with a longest span of 79 ft (24.1 m) and a deck 56 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Stevens ST over ST140?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.