HWY W Union ST over Water Matfield River
FairPlymouth County, Massachusetts · .6 MI SW RTE 18 · Structure no. E0100641PMUNNBI
- Built
- 1902
- 123 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Masonry
- Length
- 28 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 4,137
- 2024 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
HWY W Union ST over Water Matfield River is a masonry arch - deck carrying HWY W Union ST over Water Matfield River in Plymouth County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1902, so it is 123 years old, older 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 4,137 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,554 by 2031. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was HWY W Union ST over Water Matfield River built?
It was built in 1902, making it 123 years old in 2025.
What condition is HWY W Union ST over Water Matfield River 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does HWY W Union ST over Water Matfield River carry?
About 4,137 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is HWY W Union ST over Water Matfield River?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.
Who owns HWY W Union ST over Water Matfield River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.