HWY Division ST over Water Williams River
FairPosted for loadBerkshire County, Massachusetts · 600 W of Route 41 · Structure no. G1100104EMUNNBI
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 61 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,900
- 2024 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
HWY Division ST over Water Williams River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY Division ST over Water Williams River in Berkshire County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 years old, older 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 2,900 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,581 by 2032. The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was HWY Division ST over Water Williams River built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.
What condition is HWY Division ST over Water Williams River 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does HWY Division ST over Water Williams River carry?
About 2,900 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is HWY Division ST over Water Williams River?
The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long with a longest span of 57 ft (17.3 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns HWY Division ST over Water Williams River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.