US Bridges

US 44 Harding ST over Water Nemasket River

Good

Plymouth County, Massachusetts · .5 M S of RTE 44 / RR · Structure no. M1805545BDOTNBI

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
22,246
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 44 Harding ST over Water Nemasket River is a concrete culvert carrying US 44 Harding ST over Water Nemasket River in Plymouth County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 years old, younger than the Massachusetts average of 63.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 22,246 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,058 by 2031. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 44 Harding ST
CrossesWater Nemasket River
Location.5 M S of RTE 44 / RR
RouteU.S. Route 44
CountyPlymouth County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates41.90756, -70.91491
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99.1 US tons
Inventory rating23.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic22,246 (2023)
Projected traffic26,058 by 2031
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$1.6 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 44 Harding ST over Water Nemasket River built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 44 Harding ST over Water Nemasket River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.

How much traffic does US 44 Harding ST over Water Nemasket River carry?

About 22,246 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is US 44 Harding ST over Water Nemasket River?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns US 44 Harding ST over Water Nemasket River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.