US Bridges

ST 57 Sandisfld RD over Water Fruitcake Brook

Fair

Berkshire County, Massachusetts · At JCT of Hammertwn RD · Structure no. S03018029MUNNBI

Built
1956
69 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
28 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,034
2017 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST 57 Sandisfld RD over Water Fruitcake Brook is a prestressed concrete slab carrying ST 57 Sandisfld RD over Water Fruitcake Brook 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 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 1,034 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 790 by 2033. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesST 57 Sandisfld RD
CrossesWater Fruitcake Brook
LocationAt JCT of Hammertwn RD
RouteState Highway 57
Coordinates42.11824, -73.12561
Functional classRural Major 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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
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 rating101 US tons
Inventory rating63.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.6 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,034 (2017)
Projected traffic790 by 2033
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
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 statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$1.2 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was ST 57 Sandisfld RD over Water Fruitcake Brook built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.

What condition is ST 57 Sandisfld RD over Water Fruitcake Brook 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does ST 57 Sandisfld RD over Water Fruitcake Brook carry?

About 1,034 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is ST 57 Sandisfld RD over Water Fruitcake Brook?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns ST 57 Sandisfld RD over Water Fruitcake Brook?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.