US Bridges

HWY Glendale Mdl over RR Hrr

Fair

Berkshire County, Massachusetts · 0.5MI E of RTE183@RR68.61 · Structure no. S260050E9DOT634

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
76 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,198
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Glendale Mdl over RR Hrr is a prestressed concrete slab carrying HWY Glendale Mdl over RR Hrr in Berkshire County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 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 2,198 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 948 by 2033. The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 2.5 mi (4 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Glendale Mdl
CrossesRR Hrr
Location0.5MI E of RTE183@RR68.61
RouteState Highway 0
CountyBerkshire County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.28388, -73.33417
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
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
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating67.5 US tons
Inventory rating46.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length76 ft (23.2 m)
Longest span26 ft (7.9 m)
Deck width36 ft (11 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,198 (2018)
Projected traffic948 by 2033
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed2.5 mi (4 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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$2.6 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Glendale Mdl over RR Hrr built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Glendale Mdl over RR Hrr 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does HWY Glendale Mdl over RR Hrr carry?

About 2,198 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is HWY Glendale Mdl over RR Hrr?

The structure is 76 ft (23.2 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Glendale Mdl over RR Hrr?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.