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Norfolk County, MA · Structure #B2103334MDOTNBI

ST 3

ST 3 in ST 3 At Union ST, Norfolk County, Massachusetts received a condition grade of C (50/100). Built in 1957, the bridge carries 204K vehicles daily on ST 3 over HWY Union ST N Rotary. It is classified as structurally deficient.

C
50/100
50
Condition Score
204K
Daily Traffic
1957
Year Built
43.9m
Length

Component Ratings

DeckFair
6/9

The riding surface — evaluated for cracking, spalling, and wear

SuperstructurePoor
4/9

Beams, girders, and trusses that support the deck

SubstructureFair
6/9

Piers, abutments, and foundations below the deck

Bridge Details

Road
ST 3
Crosses Over
HWY Union ST N Rotary
State
Massachusetts
County
Norfolk County
Location
ST 3 At Union ST
Year Built
1957
Reconstructed
1978
Age
69 years
Daily Traffic
204,310
Lanes
6
Length
43.9 meters
Owner
State Highway Agency
Structure Number
B2103334MDOTNBI

About This Bridge

ST 3 is a 69-year-old bridge located ST 3 At Union ST in Norfolk County, Massachusetts. The bridge carries ST 3 over HWY Union ST N Rotary with 6 traffic lanes, handling approximately 204K vehicles per day. Built in 1957 and reconstructed in 1978, the structure spans 43.9 meters.

The bridge received a Condition Grade of C (50/100) based on Federal Highway Administration inspection data. Its deck is rated 6/9 (fair), superstructure 4/9 (poor), and substructure 6/9 (fair). The bridge is classified as structurally deficient, meaning at least one major component is rated 4 or below — this signals a need for repair or replacement but does not necessarily indicate an immediate safety hazard.

This bridge is owned and maintained by State Highway Agency.

Location Map

ST 3 At Union ST, Norfolk County, Massachusetts

42.211439, -70.996769

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Frequently Asked Questions

ST 3 has a Condition Score of 50/100 (Grade C). Its deck is rated 6/9, superstructure 4/9, and substructure 6/9 on the NBI scale. The bridge is classified as structurally deficient.

ST 3 was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 1978, making it 69 years old. The average bridge age in the United States is 48 years.

ST 3 carries approximately 204K vehicles per day (average daily traffic). The bridge has 6 traffic lanes. It is 43.9 meters long and located on ST 3 in ST 3 At Union ST, Norfolk County, Massachusetts.

Yes, ST 3 is classified as structurally deficient because at least one of its primary components (deck, superstructure, or substructure) is rated 4 or below on the 0-9 NBI scale. This does not necessarily mean it is unsafe, but it requires significant repair or replacement.

ST 3 is located ST 3 At Union ST in Norfolk County, Massachusetts. The bridge carries ST 3 over HWY Union ST N Rotary. Its coordinates are 42.211439, -70.996769. It is maintained by State Highway Agency.

ST 3 carries ST 3 over HWY Union ST N Rotary. The bridge is 43.9 meters long and was built in 1957, with reconstruction in 1978.

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Condition Score is calculated from deck (33%), superstructure (33%), and substructure (34%) NBI ratings with an age penalty for bridges over 50 years.