US Bridges

US 1 Bstn Prvdnc over Water Traphole Brook

Good

Norfolk County, Massachusetts · .2 MI S of Coney ST · Structure no. W030413PUDOTNBI

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
45,300
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 1 Bstn Prvdnc over Water Traphole Brook is a concrete culvert carrying US 1 Bstn Prvdnc over Water Traphole Brook in Norfolk County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 45,300 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 60,013 by 2032. The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesUS 1 Bstn Prvdnc
CrossesWater Traphole Brook
Location.2 MI S of Coney ST
RouteU.S. Route 1
Coordinates42.15186, -71.20911
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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length25 ft (7.7 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 traffic45,300 (2023)
Projected traffic60,013 by 2032
Trucks3%
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 1 Bstn Prvdnc over Water Traphole Brook built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 1 Bstn Prvdnc over Water Traphole 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does US 1 Bstn Prvdnc over Water Traphole Brook carry?

About 45,300 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is US 1 Bstn Prvdnc over Water Traphole Brook?

The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 1 Bstn Prvdnc over Water Traphole Brook?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.