US Bridges

HWY Wood ST over RR MBTA

Fair

Plymouth County, Massachusetts · .5 M S of ST 28 · Structure no. M180204BUDOT634

Built
1850
175 years old, rebuilt 1967
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
40 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,100
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Wood ST over RR MBTA is a prestressed concrete slab carrying HWY Wood ST over RR MBTA in Plymouth County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1850 and reconstructed in 1967, so it is 175 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 3,100 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,687 by 2033. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Wood ST
CrossesRR MBTA
Location.5 M S of ST 28
RouteCity Street 0
CountyPlymouth County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates41.87381, -70.90707
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 inspectionJanuary 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 geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.9 US tons
Inventory rating33.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span38 ft (11.6 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.1 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,100 (2024)
Projected traffic11,687 by 2033
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$1.7 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Wood ST over RR MBTA built?

It was built in 1850, making it 175 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1967.

What condition is HWY Wood 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 January 2024.

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

About 3,100 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is HWY Wood ST over RR MBTA?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.6 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Wood ST over RR MBTA?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.