US Bridges

HWY Jordan RD over ST 3 Nb/Pilgrim HWY

Fair

Plymouth County, Massachusetts · 4.5 M S of RTE 44 · Structure no. P130354B5DOTNBI

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
54 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,070
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Jordan RD over ST 3 Nb/Pilgrim HWY is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY Jordan RD over ST 3 Nb/Pilgrim HWY 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 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 2,070 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,527 by 2033. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Jordan RD
CrossesST 3 Nb/Pilgrim HWY
Location4.5 M S of RTE 44
RouteCity Street 0
CountyPlymouth County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates41.91788, -70.62233
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating65.6 US tons
Inventory rating39.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length54 ft (16.5 m)
Longest span51 ft (15.5 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,070 (2024)
Projected traffic2,527 by 2033
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$3.2 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Jordan RD over ST 3 Nb/Pilgrim HWY built?

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

What condition is HWY Jordan RD over ST 3 Nb/Pilgrim HWY 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does HWY Jordan RD over ST 3 Nb/Pilgrim HWY carry?

About 2,070 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is HWY Jordan RD over ST 3 Nb/Pilgrim HWY?

The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 51 ft (15.5 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Jordan RD over ST 3 Nb/Pilgrim HWY?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.