US Bridges

HWY Clark RD over ST 3 Pilgrim HWY

Fair

Plymouth County, Massachusetts · 8 MI S of RTE 44 · Structure no. P130364ACDOTNBI

Built
1956
69 years old, rebuilt 1986
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
182 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
14,858
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Clark RD over ST 3 Pilgrim HWY is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY Clark RD over ST 3 Pilgrim HWY in Plymouth County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1956 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 69 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 14,858 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 30,007 by 2032. The structure is 182 ft (55.5 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Clark RD
CrossesST 3 Pilgrim HWY
Location8 MI S of RTE 44
RouteCity Street 0
CountyPlymouth County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates41.8736, -70.60153
Functional classUrban Collector

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.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating78.5 US tons
Inventory rating47.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length182 ft (55.5 m)
Longest span70 ft (21.3 m)
Deck width52 ft (15.8 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,858 (2023)
Projected traffic30,007 by 2032
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$8.6 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Clark RD over ST 3 Pilgrim HWY built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.

What condition is HWY Clark RD over ST 3 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does HWY Clark RD over ST 3 Pilgrim HWY carry?

About 14,858 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is HWY Clark RD over ST 3 Pilgrim HWY?

The structure is 182 ft (55.5 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Clark RD over ST 3 Pilgrim HWY?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.