US Bridges

HWY Tyringham RD over Water Lake Garfield Otlt

Fair

Berkshire County, Massachusetts · @ Sylvan RD Intersection · Structure no. M29006060MUNNBI

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
28 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
517
2018 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Tyringham RD over Water Lake Garfield Otlt is a steel culvert carrying HWY Tyringham RD over Water Lake Garfield Otlt in Berkshire County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 517 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 474 by 2033. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Tyringham RD
CrossesWater Lake Garfield Otlt
Location@ Sylvan RD Intersection
RouteCity Street 0
CountyBerkshire County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.1903, -73.20971
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
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
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating88.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic517 (2018)
Projected traffic474 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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$640,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Tyringham RD over Water Lake Garfield Otlt built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Tyringham RD over Water Lake Garfield Otlt 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does HWY Tyringham RD over Water Lake Garfield Otlt carry?

About 517 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is HWY Tyringham RD over Water Lake Garfield Otlt?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.2 m).

Who owns HWY Tyringham RD over Water Lake Garfield Otlt?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.