US Bridges

ST 3 Sb/Plgrm HWY over ST139 Church ST

Fair

Plymouth County, Massachusetts · .5 M N of Marshfield Tl · Structure no. P05009490DOTNBI

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
165 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
26,073
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST 3 Sb/Plgrm HWY over ST139 Church ST is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying ST 3 Sb/Plgrm HWY over ST139 Church ST in Plymouth County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 26,073 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 93,179 by 2031. The structure is 165 ft (50.4 m) long and 47 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesST 3 Sb/Plgrm HWY
CrossesST139 Church ST
Location.5 M N of Marshfield Tl
RouteState Highway 3
CountyPlymouth County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.10819, -70.76719
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 inspectionAugust 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 geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment0: Immediate repair necessary to put back in service
Operating rating75.3 US tons
Inventory rating26.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length165 ft (50.4 m)
Longest span79 ft (24.1 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.3 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic26,073 (2023)
Projected traffic93,179 by 2031
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
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$7.1 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was ST 3 Sb/Plgrm HWY over ST139 Church ST built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is ST 3 Sb/Plgrm HWY over ST139 Church ST 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 ST 3 Sb/Plgrm HWY over ST139 Church ST carry?

About 26,073 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is ST 3 Sb/Plgrm HWY over ST139 Church ST?

The structure is 165 ft (50.4 m) long with a longest span of 79 ft (24.1 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns ST 3 Sb/Plgrm HWY over ST139 Church ST?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.