HWY Lowr West ST over Water Buck River
GoodBerkshire County, Massachusetts · .5 MI W. of State RTE 57 · Structure no. S0301707TMUNNBI
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 129
- 2018 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
HWY Lowr West ST over Water Buck River is a prestressed concrete slab carrying HWY Lowr West ST over Water Buck River in Berkshire County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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.
It carries about 129 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 158 by 2033. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 4.3 mi (7 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Lowr West ST over Water Buck River built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is HWY Lowr West ST over Water Buck 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does HWY Lowr West ST over Water Buck River carry?
About 129 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is HWY Lowr West ST over Water Buck River?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns HWY Lowr West ST over Water Buck River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.