US Bridges

HWY E Battles ST over RR Mbta/Csx

Fair

Plymouth County, Massachusetts · 0.8 MI E of ST 28 · Structure no. B250144CEDOT634

Built
1980
45 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
52 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,586
2025 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY E Battles ST over RR Mbta/Csx is a prestressed concrete slab carrying HWY E Battles ST over RR Mbta/Csx in Plymouth County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 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 2,586 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,633 by 2032. The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY E Battles ST
CrossesRR Mbta/Csx
Location0.8 MI E of ST 28
RouteCity Street 0
CountyPlymouth County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.09755, -71.01686
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
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 2025
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 geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating57 US tons
Inventory rating33.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length52 ft (15.8 m)
Longest span51 ft (15.5 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.7 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,586 (2025)
Projected traffic6,633 by 2032
Trucks30%
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 statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$2.1 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY E Battles ST over RR Mbta/Csx built?

It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY E Battles ST over RR Mbta/Csx 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 2025.

How much traffic does HWY E Battles ST over RR Mbta/Csx carry?

About 2,586 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.

How long is HWY E Battles ST over RR Mbta/Csx?

The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long with a longest span of 51 ft (15.5 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns HWY E Battles ST over RR Mbta/Csx?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.