US Bridges

HWY Greenldge ST over Water Neponset River

Fair

Norfolk County, Massachusetts · .32 Km.Nw of I 95 · Structure no. C0200136JDOTNBI

Built
1931
94 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Arch - Deck
Concrete
Length
58 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
800
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Greenldge ST over Water Neponset River is a concrete arch - deck carrying HWY Greenldge ST over Water Neponset River in Norfolk County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1931, so it is 94 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 6 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 800 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,263 by 2032. The structure is 58 ft (17.7 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Greenldge ST
CrossesWater Neponset River
Location.32 Km.Nw of I 95
CountyNorfolk County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.20921, -71.14589
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating86 US tons
Inventory rating28.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeArch - Deck
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length58 ft (17.7 m)
Longest span58 ft (17.7 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.3 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic800 (2023)
Projected traffic1,263 by 2032
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$2.7 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Greenldge ST over Water Neponset River built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Greenldge ST over Water Neponset 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does HWY Greenldge ST over Water Neponset River carry?

About 800 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is HWY Greenldge ST over Water Neponset River?

The structure is 58 ft (17.7 m) long with a longest span of 58 ft (17.7 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Greenldge ST over Water Neponset River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.