US Bridges

HWY Elm ST over ST 3 Pilgrim HWY

Fair

Plymouth County, Massachusetts · 1 MI West of ST 3 a · Structure no. D140074A7DOTNBI

Built
1962
63 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
206 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
11,100
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Elm ST over ST 3 Pilgrim HWY is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY Elm ST over ST 3 Pilgrim HWY in Plymouth County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 11,100 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,476 by 2032. The structure is 206 ft (62.8 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

Open in Google Maps
CarriesHWY Elm ST
CrossesST 3 Pilgrim HWY
Location1 MI West of ST 3 a
RouteState Highway 0
CountyPlymouth County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.02473, -70.72587
Functional classUrban Collector

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.
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 inspectionMay 2023
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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating56.7 US tons
Inventory rating34 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadH 20
Structure length206 ft (62.8 m)
Longest span74 ft (22.6 m)
Deck width52 ft (15.9 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,100 (2023)
Projected traffic12,476 by 2032
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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$9.8 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Elm ST over ST 3 Pilgrim HWY built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Elm ST over ST 3 Pilgrim HWY 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does HWY Elm ST over ST 3 Pilgrim HWY carry?

About 11,100 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is HWY Elm ST over ST 3 Pilgrim HWY?

The structure is 206 ft (62.8 m) long with a longest span of 74 ft (22.6 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Elm ST over ST 3 Pilgrim HWY?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.