HWY Elm ST over Water E Br Housatonic R
PoorBerkshire County, Massachusetts · 700 S. of Int. W/ RTE 9 · Structure no. P1002601YMUNNBI
- Built
- 1911
- 114 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 60 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 16,642
- 2012 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
HWY Elm ST over Water E Br Housatonic R is a concrete arch - deck carrying HWY Elm ST over Water E Br Housatonic R in Berkshire County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1911, so it is 114 years old, older than the Massachusetts average of 63.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 16,642 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,478 by 2032. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 61 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was HWY Elm ST over Water E Br Housatonic R built?
It was built in 1911, making it 114 years old in 2025.
What condition is HWY Elm ST over Water E Br Housatonic R in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in May 2023.
How much traffic does HWY Elm ST over Water E Br Housatonic R carry?
About 16,642 vehicles per day (2012 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is HWY Elm ST over Water E Br Housatonic R?
The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 61 ft wide.
Who owns HWY Elm ST over Water E Br Housatonic R?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.