US Bridges

HWY Brook RD over Water Pine Tree Brook

Fair

Norfolk County, Massachusetts · .24 KM W of Central Ave · Structure no. M2501137FMUNNBI

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
32 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
19,655
2023 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Brook RD over Water Pine Tree Brook is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY Brook RD over Water Pine Tree Brook 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 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 19,655 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,638 by 2031. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 75 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Brook RD
CrossesWater Pine Tree Brook
Location.24 KM W of Central Ave
RouteCity Street 0
CountyNorfolk County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.25913, -71.08403
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating86.4 US tons
Inventory rating55.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span28 ft (8.5 m)
Deck width75 ft (22.9 m)
Roadway width53 ft (16.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic19,655 (2023)
Projected traffic27,638 by 2031
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$937,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Brook RD over Water Pine Tree Brook built?

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

What condition is HWY Brook RD over Water Pine Tree Brook 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does HWY Brook RD over Water Pine Tree Brook carry?

About 19,655 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is HWY Brook RD over Water Pine Tree Brook?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 75 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Brook RD over Water Pine Tree Brook?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.