HWY Forest ST over Water Town River
PoorClosed to trafficPlymouth County, Massachusetts · .01 M from River ST · Structure no. W1800444VMUNNBI
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 33 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 776
- 2021 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
HWY Forest ST over Water Town River is a steel culvert carrying HWY Forest ST over Water Town River in Plymouth County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 years old, younger than the Massachusetts average of 63.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 2 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.
It carries about 776 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,579 by 2032. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 2 Critical | Advanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was HWY Forest ST over Water Town River built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is HWY Forest ST over Water Town River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.
How much traffic does HWY Forest ST over Water Town River carry?
About 776 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is HWY Forest ST over Water Town River?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns HWY Forest ST over Water Town River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.