US Bridges

ST 3 Nb/Plgrm HWY over US 44 Samoset ST

Fair

Plymouth County, Massachusetts · 1.5 M S of Kingston Tl · Structure no. P1302249BDOTNBI

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
127 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
60,500
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST 3 Nb/Plgrm HWY over US 44 Samoset ST is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying ST 3 Nb/Plgrm HWY over US 44 Samoset ST 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 60,500 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 111,025 by 2033. The structure is 127 ft (38.7 m) long and 61 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesST 3 Nb/Plgrm HWY
CrossesUS 44 Samoset ST
Location1.5 M S of Kingston Tl
RouteState Highway 3
CountyPlymouth County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates41.9545, -70.68227
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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 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 rating66 US tons
Inventory rating39.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length127 ft (38.7 m)
Longest span69 ft (21 m)
Deck width61 ft (18.5 m)
Roadway width57 ft (17.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic60,500 (2024)
Projected traffic111,025 by 2033
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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$7 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was ST 3 Nb/Plgrm HWY over US 44 Samoset ST built?

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

What condition is ST 3 Nb/Plgrm HWY over US 44 Samoset 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does ST 3 Nb/Plgrm HWY over US 44 Samoset ST carry?

About 60,500 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is ST 3 Nb/Plgrm HWY over US 44 Samoset ST?

The structure is 127 ft (38.7 m) long with a longest span of 69 ft (21 m) and a deck 61 ft wide.

Who owns ST 3 Nb/Plgrm HWY over US 44 Samoset ST?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.