HWY Vernon ST over Water Taunton River
PoorPlymouth County, Massachusetts · Bwater/Middleboro Line · Structure no. B2300144HMUNNBI
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 106 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,786
- 2024 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
HWY Vernon ST over Water Taunton River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY Vernon ST over Water Taunton River in Plymouth County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 years old, older than the Massachusetts average of 63.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 1,786 vehicles a day, projected to reach 4,738 by 2031. The structure is 106 ft (32.3 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was HWY Vernon ST over Water Taunton River built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is HWY Vernon ST over Water Taunton River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.
How much traffic does HWY Vernon ST over Water Taunton River carry?
About 1,786 vehicles per day (2024 count).
How long is HWY Vernon ST over Water Taunton River?
The structure is 106 ft (32.3 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns HWY Vernon ST over Water Taunton River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.