US Bridges

ST177 Amer Lgn HWY over Water Bread Cheese Brook

Good

Bristol County, Massachusetts · 1.1 MI E of ST 88 · Structure no. W300123W5DOTNBI

Built
1941
84 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
20 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,828
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST177 Amer Lgn HWY over Water Bread Cheese Brook is a concrete culvert carrying ST177 Amer Lgn HWY over Water Bread Cheese Brook in Bristol County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1941, so it is 84 years old, older than the Massachusetts average of 63.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 5,828 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,320 by 2031. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesST177 Amer Lgn HWY
CrossesWater Bread Cheese Brook
Location1.1 MI E of ST 88
RouteState Highway 177
CountyBristol County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates41.63412, -71.06279
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating92.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length20 ft (6.1 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,828 (2023)
Projected traffic18,320 by 2031
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$145,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was ST177 Amer Lgn HWY over Water Bread Cheese Brook built?

It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025.

What condition is ST177 Amer Lgn HWY over Water Bread Cheese Brook in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.

How much traffic does ST177 Amer Lgn HWY over Water Bread Cheese Brook carry?

About 5,828 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is ST177 Amer Lgn HWY over Water Bread Cheese Brook?

The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).

Who owns ST177 Amer Lgn HWY over Water Bread Cheese Brook?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.