HWY River ST over HWY Plimoth Plntn HWY
PoorClosed to trafficPlymouth County, Massachusetts · 1.13 KM W of RTE 3A · Structure no. P130314B4DOTNBI
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 182 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,200
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
HWY River ST over HWY Plimoth Plntn HWY is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY River ST over HWY Plimoth Plntn HWY in Plymouth County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1951, so it is 74 years old, older than the Massachusetts average of 63.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.
It carries about 5,200 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,738 by 2031. The structure is 182 ft (55.5 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was HWY River ST over HWY Plimoth Plntn HWY built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025.
What condition is HWY River ST over HWY Plimoth Plntn HWY in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in November 2024.
How much traffic does HWY River ST over HWY Plimoth Plntn HWY carry?
About 5,200 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is HWY River ST over HWY Plimoth Plntn HWY?
The structure is 182 ft (55.5 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns HWY River ST over HWY Plimoth Plntn HWY?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.