US Bridges

ST 7 A/Ashley Fls over Water Konkapot River

Good

Berkshire County, Massachusetts · 400 S of Rannapo Road · Structure no. S10020AT8DOTNBI

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
147 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,293
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST 7 A/Ashley Fls over Water Konkapot River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying ST 7 A/Ashley Fls over Water Konkapot River in Berkshire County, Massachusetts. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 years old, younger 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 1,293 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,369 by 2033. The structure is 147 ft (44.8 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesST 7 A/Ashley Fls
CrossesWater Konkapot River
Location400 S of Rannapo Road
RouteState Highway 7A
Coordinates42.05504, -73.33377
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating81 US tons
Inventory rating48.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length147 ft (44.8 m)
Longest span142 ft (43.3 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.8 m)
Roadway width26 ft (8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,293 (2018)
Projected traffic2,369 by 2033
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$5.7 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was ST 7 A/Ashley Fls over Water Konkapot River built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is ST 7 A/Ashley Fls over Water Konkapot 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does ST 7 A/Ashley Fls over Water Konkapot River carry?

About 1,293 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is ST 7 A/Ashley Fls over Water Konkapot River?

The structure is 147 ft (44.8 m) long with a longest span of 142 ft (43.3 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns ST 7 A/Ashley Fls over Water Konkapot River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.