US Bridges

HWY Linden ST over Water W Br Housatonic R

Fair

Berkshire County, Massachusetts · At Int. of John ST · Structure no. P1003801PMUNNBI

Built
1982
43 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
56 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
7,888
2017 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Linden ST over Water W Br Housatonic R is a prestressed concrete slab carrying HWY Linden ST over Water W Br Housatonic R in Berkshire County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 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 7,888 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,160 by 2032. The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesHWY Linden ST
CrossesWater W Br Housatonic R
LocationAt Int. of John ST
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates42.45685, -73.26079
Functional classUrban 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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
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
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating41.8 US tons
Inventory rating29.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 15
Structure length56 ft (17.1 m)
Longest span53 ft (16.2 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.3 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,888 (2017)
Projected traffic9,160 by 2032
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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$2.5 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Linden ST over Water W Br Housatonic R built?

It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Linden ST over Water W Br Housatonic R 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does HWY Linden ST over Water W Br Housatonic R carry?

About 7,888 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is HWY Linden ST over Water W Br Housatonic R?

The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long with a longest span of 53 ft (16.2 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Linden ST over Water W Br Housatonic R?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.