HWY Orchard RD over Water E Br Housatonic R
GoodPosted for loadBerkshire County, Massachusetts · .5 Miles South of Route 9 · Structure no. D0100400VMUNNBI
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 85 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,069
- 2023 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
HWY Orchard RD over Water E Br Housatonic R is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY Orchard RD over Water E Br Housatonic R in Berkshire County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 years old, older 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 2,069 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,053 by 2032. The structure is 85 ft (26 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was HWY Orchard RD over Water E Br Housatonic R built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.
What condition is HWY Orchard RD over Water E Br Housatonic R 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does HWY Orchard RD over Water E Br Housatonic R carry?
About 2,069 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is HWY Orchard RD over Water E Br Housatonic R?
The structure is 85 ft (26 m) long with a longest span of 53 ft (16.2 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns HWY Orchard RD over Water E Br Housatonic R?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.