US Bridges

HWY Thacher ST over Water Pine Tree Brook

Fair

Norfolk County, Massachusetts · 1.1 Km. Se. of Rt. 138 · Structure no. M2503138VMUNNBI

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
28 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
6,500
2024 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Thacher ST over Water Pine Tree Brook is a prestressed concrete slab carrying HWY Thacher ST 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 6,500 vehicles a day, projected to reach 13,266 by 2033. The structure is 28 ft (8.4 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Thacher ST
CrossesWater Pine Tree Brook
Location1.1 Km. Se. of Rt. 138
RouteCity Street 0
CountyNorfolk County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.25744, -71.08641
Functional classUrban Collector

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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating74.5 US tons
Inventory rating58.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length28 ft (8.4 m)
Longest span26 ft (7.9 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,500 (2024)
Projected traffic13,266 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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$1.2 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Thacher ST over Water Pine Tree Brook built?

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

What condition is HWY Thacher ST 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 February 2024.

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

About 6,500 vehicles per day (2024 count).

How long is HWY Thacher ST over Water Pine Tree Brook?

The structure is 28 ft (8.4 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Thacher ST over Water Pine Tree Brook?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.