US Bridges

HWY Washngton ST over Water North River

FairPosted for load

Plymouth County, Massachusetts · Pembroke-Hanover Townline · Structure no. H0600143MMUNNBI

Built
1904
121 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Arch - Deck
Masonry
Length
40 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,071
2024 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Washngton ST over Water North River is a masonry arch - deck carrying HWY Washngton ST over Water North River in Plymouth County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1904, so it is 121 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 2,071 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,896 by 2031. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesHWY Washngton ST
CrossesWater North River
LocationPembroke-Hanover Townline
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates42.10861, -70.80703
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
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeArch - Deck
MaterialMasonry
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width46 ft (13.9 m)
Roadway width25 ft (7.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,071 (2024)
Projected traffic7,896 by 2031
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerTown or Township Highway Agency
Maintained byTown or Township Highway Agency
Historic statusEligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$1.8 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Washngton ST over Water North River built?

It was built in 1904, making it 121 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Washngton ST over Water North 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does HWY Washngton ST over Water North River carry?

About 2,071 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is HWY Washngton ST over Water North River?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Washngton ST over Water North River?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.