US Bridges

HWY Middle ST over ST 3

Fair

Norfolk County, Massachusetts · 2.1 KM E of Brain. T.L. · Structure no. W3202436GDOTNBI

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
258 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
28,189
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Middle ST over ST 3 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY Middle ST over ST 3 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 28,189 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 36,956 by 2032. The structure is 258 ft (78.5 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Middle ST
CrossesST 3
Location2.1 KM E of Brain. T.L.
CountyNorfolk County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.19305, -70.95004
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating66.7 US tons
Inventory rating39.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+2 approach)
Design loadH 20
Structure length258 ft (78.5 m)
Longest span67 ft (20.3 m)
Deck width52 ft (16 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic28,189 (2023)
Projected traffic36,956 by 2032
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$2.2 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Middle ST over ST 3 built?

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

What condition is HWY Middle ST over ST 3 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does HWY Middle ST over ST 3 carry?

About 28,189 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is HWY Middle ST over ST 3?

The structure is 258 ft (78.5 m) long with a longest span of 67 ft (20.3 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Middle ST over ST 3?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.