US Bridges

HWY E Nilsson ST over RR Mbta/Csx

Fair

Plymouth County, Massachusetts · .1 MI E of RTE 28 · Structure no. B250164CCDOT634

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
54 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,857
2025 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY E Nilsson ST over RR Mbta/Csx is a prestressed concrete slab carrying HWY E Nilsson ST over RR Mbta/Csx in Plymouth County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 2,857 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,949 by 2032. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 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 Nilsson ST
CrossesRR Mbta/Csx
Location.1 MI E of RTE 28
RouteCity Street 0
CountyPlymouth County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.06839, -71.01478
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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating63.9 US tons
Inventory rating38.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length54 ft (16.5 m)
Longest span51 ft (15.5 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.7 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,857 (2025)
Projected traffic6,949 by 2032
Trucks5%
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$2.3 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

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

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY E Nilsson 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 Nilsson ST over RR Mbta/Csx carry?

About 2,857 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

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

The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 51 ft (15.5 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

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

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.