US Bridges

US 1 Provdnce HWY over Water Purgatory Brook

Good

Norfolk County, Massachusetts · .1 MI S of University Ave · Structure no. N250143PPDOTNBI

Built
1932
93 years old, rebuilt 1956
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
65,302
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 1 Provdnce HWY over Water Purgatory Brook is a concrete culvert carrying US 1 Provdnce HWY over Water Purgatory Brook in Norfolk County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1932 and reconstructed in 1956, so it is 93 years old, older 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 65,302 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 59,382 by 2033. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesUS 1 Provdnce HWY
CrossesWater Purgatory Brook
Location.1 MI S of University Ave
RouteU.S. Route 1
Coordinates42.20909, -71.18468
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 protection3 SeriousLoss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating50 US tons
Inventory rating35.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic65,302 (2024)
Projected traffic59,382 by 2033
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$292,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 1 Provdnce HWY over Water Purgatory Brook built?

It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1956.

What condition is US 1 Provdnce HWY over Water Purgatory Brook 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does US 1 Provdnce HWY over Water Purgatory Brook carry?

About 65,302 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is US 1 Provdnce HWY over Water Purgatory Brook?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 1 Provdnce HWY over Water Purgatory Brook?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.