US Bridges

HWY South ST over Water Stop River

Good

Norfolk County, Massachusetts · 300FT N of Indian Hill RD · Structure no. M11019AAAMUNNBI

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
6,500
2024 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY South ST over Water Stop River is a concrete culvert carrying HWY South ST over Water Stop River in Norfolk County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 years old, younger 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 6,500 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,528 by 2031. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesHWY South ST
CrossesWater Stop River
Location300FT N of Indian Hill RD
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates42.15076, -71.30467
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 inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating69.1 US tons
Inventory rating41.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,500 (2024)
Projected traffic5,528 by 2031
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerTown or Township Highway Agency
Maintained byTown or Township Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$749,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY South ST over Water Stop River built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY South ST over Water Stop River 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does HWY South ST over Water Stop River carry?

About 6,500 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is HWY South ST over Water Stop River?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns HWY South ST over Water Stop River?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.