US Bridges

HWY Common ST over RR Pcrr (abandoned)

Fair

Norfolk County, Massachusetts · .4 MI SE of ST1 a · Structure no. W03003410DOT634

Built
1939
86 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
40 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
15,800
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Common ST over RR Pcrr (abandoned) is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY Common ST over RR Pcrr (abandoned) in Norfolk County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 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 5 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 15,800 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 30,007 by 2033. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Common ST
CrossesRR Pcrr (abandoned)
Location.4 MI SE of ST1 a
RouteCity Street 0
CountyNorfolk County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.13963, -71.24884
Functional classUrban Minor 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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating77.5 US tons
Inventory rating46.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span36 ft (11 m)
Deck width60 ft (18.3 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,800 (2024)
Projected traffic30,007 by 2033
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$2.3 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Common ST over RR Pcrr (abandoned) built?

It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Common ST over RR Pcrr (abandoned) 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does HWY Common ST over RR Pcrr (abandoned) carry?

About 15,800 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is HWY Common ST over RR Pcrr (abandoned)?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Common ST over RR Pcrr (abandoned)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.