HWY Division ST over Water Housatonic River
GoodPosted for loadBerkshire County, Massachusetts · Btwn RTS41&183 S of Rsndl · Structure no. G1100204FMUNNBI
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old, rebuilt 2022
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Steel
- Length
- 140 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 4,008
- 2024 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
HWY Division ST over Water Housatonic River is a steel truss - thru carrying HWY Division ST over Water Housatonic River in Berkshire County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 2022, so it is 75 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 4,008 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,581 by 2032. The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 Division ST over Water Housatonic River built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2022.
What condition is HWY Division ST over Water Housatonic River 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does HWY Division ST over Water Housatonic River carry?
About 4,008 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is HWY Division ST over Water Housatonic River?
The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long with a longest span of 139 ft (42.5 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns HWY Division ST over Water Housatonic River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.