US Bridges

HWY Commerce Way over US 44

Good

Plymouth County, Massachusetts · Off of Cherry St. · Structure no. P13045AEGDOTNBI

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
221 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
30,143
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Commerce Way over US 44 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY Commerce Way over US 44 in Plymouth County, Massachusetts. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 years old, younger 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 30,143 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 47,379 by 2031. The structure is 221 ft (67.3 m) long and 76 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesHWY Commerce Way
CrossesUS 44
LocationOff of Cherry St.
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates41.95933, -70.71
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating92.6 US tons
Inventory rating55.4 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length221 ft (67.3 m)
Longest span108 ft (33 m)
Deck width76 ft (23.2 m)
Roadway width67 ft (20.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic30,143 (2024)
Projected traffic47,379 by 2031
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure3
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 statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$770,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Commerce Way over US 44 built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Commerce Way over US 44 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does HWY Commerce Way over US 44 carry?

About 30,143 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is HWY Commerce Way over US 44?

The structure is 221 ft (67.3 m) long with a longest span of 108 ft (33 m) and a deck 76 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Commerce Way over US 44?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.