US Bridges

HWY Elm ST over HWY Old Elm ST

Fair

Norfolk County, Massachusetts · .64 KM NE of Union ST · Structure no. B210268G1DOTNBI

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
51 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
10,086
2025 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Elm ST over HWY Old Elm ST is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY Elm ST over HWY Old Elm ST in Norfolk 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 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 10,086 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,690 by 2032. The structure is 51 ft (15.4 m) long and 54 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Elm ST
CrossesHWY Old Elm ST
Location.64 KM NE of Union ST
RouteCity Street 0
CountyNorfolk County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.22215, -71.00161
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment0: Immediate repair necessary to put back in service
Operating rating58.2 US tons
Inventory rating34.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length51 ft (15.4 m)
Longest span47 ft (14.2 m)
Deck width54 ft (16.6 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,086 (2025)
Projected traffic23,690 by 2032
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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$2.6 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Elm ST over HWY Old Elm ST built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Elm ST over HWY Old Elm ST 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does HWY Elm ST over HWY Old Elm ST carry?

About 10,086 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is HWY Elm ST over HWY Old Elm ST?

The structure is 51 ft (15.4 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.2 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Elm ST over HWY Old Elm ST?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.