US Bridges

ST 3 Sb/Plgrm HWY over Water Eel River

Good

Plymouth County, Massachusetts · 4.25 M S of RTE 44 · Structure no. P13034496DOTNBI

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
20 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
43,577
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST 3 Sb/Plgrm HWY over Water Eel River is a concrete culvert carrying ST 3 Sb/Plgrm HWY over Water Eel River in Plymouth County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 years old, older 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 43,577 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 62,224 by 2032. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesST 3 Sb/Plgrm HWY
CrossesWater Eel River
Location4.25 M S of RTE 44
RouteState Highway 3
Coordinates41.91951, -70.62415
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

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 inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating61.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length20 ft (6.1 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic43,577 (2023)
Projected traffic62,224 by 2032
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$145,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was ST 3 Sb/Plgrm HWY over Water Eel River built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is ST 3 Sb/Plgrm HWY over Water Eel 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does ST 3 Sb/Plgrm HWY over Water Eel River carry?

About 43,577 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is ST 3 Sb/Plgrm HWY over Water Eel River?

The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).

Who owns ST 3 Sb/Plgrm HWY over Water Eel River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.