US Bridges

HWY Ship Pond RD over ST 3 Nb/Pilgrim HWY

Fair

Plymouth County, Massachusetts · .5 MI E of Long Pond RD · Structure no. P130384B7DOTNBI

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
115 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,552
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Ship Pond RD over ST 3 Nb/Pilgrim HWY is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY Ship Pond RD over ST 3 Nb/Pilgrim HWY in Plymouth County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 1,552 vehicles a day, roughly 33% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,263 by 2031. The structure is 115 ft (35.1 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Ship Pond RD
CrossesST 3 Nb/Pilgrim HWY
Location.5 MI E of Long Pond RD
CountyPlymouth County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates41.85919, -70.58543
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionSeptember 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 geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating54.9 US tons
Inventory rating32.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length115 ft (35.1 m)
Longest span49 ft (14.9 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,552 (2024)
Projected traffic1,263 by 2031
Trucks33%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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$4.1 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

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

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Ship Pond 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 September 2024.

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

About 1,552 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 33% are trucks.

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

The structure is 115 ft (35.1 m) long with a longest span of 49 ft (14.9 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Ship Pond RD over ST 3 Nb/Pilgrim HWY?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.