US Bridges

HWY Harrison Blv over ST 24

Fair

Norfolk County, Massachusetts · Pond/Central ST Beyond · Structure no. A18001AE8DOTNBI

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
176 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
32,857
2025 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Harrison Blv over ST 24 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY Harrison Blv over ST 24 in Norfolk County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 years old, younger 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 32,857 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 71,542 by 2032. The structure is 176 ft (53.6 m) long and 90 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Harrison Blv
CrossesST 24
LocationPond/Central ST Beyond
RouteCity Street 0
CountyNorfolk County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.12532, -71.06225
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating80.4 US tons
Inventory rating48.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length176 ft (53.6 m)
Longest span85 ft (25.9 m)
Deck width90 ft (27.3 m)
Roadway width72 ft (21.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic32,857 (2025)
Projected traffic71,542 by 2032
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed2.5 mi (4 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$14.4 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Harrison Blv over ST 24 built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Harrison Blv over ST 24 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 Harrison Blv over ST 24 carry?

About 32,857 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is HWY Harrison Blv over ST 24?

The structure is 176 ft (53.6 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 90 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Harrison Blv over ST 24?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.