US Bridges

HWY Grove ST over RR MBTA

Fair

Plymouth County, Massachusetts · 1 M E of Plympton Tl · Structure no. K010074BRDOT634

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
55 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,681
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Grove ST over RR MBTA is a prestressed concrete slab carrying HWY Grove ST over RR MBTA in Plymouth County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 1,681 vehicles a day, projected to reach 5,528 by 2033. The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Grove ST
CrossesRR MBTA
Location1 M E of Plympton Tl
RouteCity Street 0
CountyPlymouth County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.00264, -70.77765
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
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 inspectionMarch 2024
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 alignment3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Operating rating64.6 US tons
Inventory rating38.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length55 ft (16.8 m)
Longest span46 ft (14 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.4 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,681 (2024)
Projected traffic5,528 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 Grove ST over RR MBTA built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Grove ST over RR MBTA 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does HWY Grove ST over RR MBTA carry?

About 1,681 vehicles per day (2024 count).

How long is HWY Grove ST over RR MBTA?

The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long with a longest span of 46 ft (14 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Grove ST over RR MBTA?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.