US Bridges

HWY Naragnst Ave over RR MBTA

Fair

Norfolk County, Massachusetts · .32 KM N Commercial St. · Structure no. W3203537EDOT634

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
38 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,200
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Naragnst Ave over RR MBTA is a prestressed concrete slab carrying HWY Naragnst Ave over RR MBTA in Norfolk County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 years old, younger 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 1,200 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,474 by 2032. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 40 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesHWY Naragnst Ave
CrossesRR MBTA
Location.32 KM N Commercial St.
RouteCity Street 0
CountyNorfolk County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.22919, -70.95401
Functional classUrban Local

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.
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 alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating68.8 US tons
Inventory rating41.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span35 ft (10.6 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,200 (2023)
Projected traffic3,474 by 2032
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$1.2 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Naragnst Ave over RR MBTA built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Naragnst Ave over RR MBTA 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 Naragnst Ave over RR MBTA carry?

About 1,200 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is HWY Naragnst Ave over RR MBTA?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.6 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Naragnst Ave over RR MBTA?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.