US Bridges

HWY Old Windsor over Water E Br Housatonic R

Fair

Berkshire County, Massachusetts · 1M E of JCT RT8&9 · Structure no. D01006045MUNNBI

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
46 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,069
2019 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Old Windsor over Water E Br Housatonic R is a prestressed concrete slab carrying HWY Old Windsor over Water E Br Housatonic R in Berkshire County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 years old, younger 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 1,069 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,527 by 2032. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesHWY Old Windsor
CrossesWater E Br Housatonic R
Location1M E of JCT RT8&9
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates42.4737, -73.14126
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
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
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating34.4 US tons
Inventory rating22.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length46 ft (14 m)
Longest span45 ft (13.6 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,069 (2019)
Projected traffic2,527 by 2032
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerTown or Township Highway Agency
Maintained byTown or Township Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$2 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Old Windsor over Water E Br Housatonic R built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Old Windsor over Water E Br Housatonic R 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does HWY Old Windsor over Water E Br Housatonic R carry?

About 1,069 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is HWY Old Windsor over Water E Br Housatonic R?

The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.6 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Old Windsor over Water E Br Housatonic R?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.