US Bridges

ST 8 Hinsdale RD over Water E Br Housatonic R

Good

Berkshire County, Massachusetts · 500 N of Int. W/ Housato · Structure no. D01009AV9DOTNBI

Built
2009
16 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
118 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,783
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST 8 Hinsdale RD over Water E Br Housatonic R is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying ST 8 Hinsdale RD over Water E Br Housatonic R in Berkshire County, Massachusetts. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 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 2,783 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,003 by 2031. The structure is 118 ft (36 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesST 8 Hinsdale RD
CrossesWater E Br Housatonic R
Location500 N of Int. W/ Housato
RouteState Highway 8
CountyBerkshire County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.46792, -73.14246
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating78.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length118 ft (36 m)
Longest span105 ft (32 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.1 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,783 (2022)
Projected traffic12,003 by 2031
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$2.5 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was ST 8 Hinsdale RD over Water E Br Housatonic R built?

It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.

What condition is ST 8 Hinsdale 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does ST 8 Hinsdale RD over Water E Br Housatonic R carry?

About 2,783 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is ST 8 Hinsdale RD over Water E Br Housatonic R?

The structure is 118 ft (36 m) long with a longest span of 105 ft (32 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns ST 8 Hinsdale RD over Water E Br Housatonic R?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.