US Bridges

ST 3 Pilgrim HWY over HWY Landing RD

Fair

Plymouth County, Massachusetts · 2 M N of Plymouth Tl · Structure no. K01010AF0DOTNBI

Built
1955
70 years old, rebuilt 1979
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
114 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
55,678
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST 3 Pilgrim HWY over HWY Landing RD is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying ST 3 Pilgrim HWY over HWY Landing RD in Plymouth County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1955 and reconstructed in 1979, so it is 70 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 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 55,678 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 134,556 by 2033. The structure is 114 ft (34.7 m) long and 104 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesST 3 Pilgrim HWY
CrossesHWY Landing RD
Location2 M N of Plymouth Tl
RouteState Highway 3
CountyPlymouth County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates41.99822, -70.72152
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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 inspectionFebruary 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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating64.7 US tons
Inventory rating38.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length114 ft (34.7 m)
Longest span45 ft (13.7 m)
Deck width104 ft (31.7 m)
Roadway width77 ft (23.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic55,678 (2023)
Projected traffic134,556 by 2033
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$10.8 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was ST 3 Pilgrim HWY over HWY Landing RD built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1979.

What condition is ST 3 Pilgrim HWY over HWY Landing RD 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does ST 3 Pilgrim HWY over HWY Landing RD carry?

About 55,678 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is ST 3 Pilgrim HWY over HWY Landing RD?

The structure is 114 ft (34.7 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 104 ft wide.

Who owns ST 3 Pilgrim HWY over HWY Landing RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.