US Bridges

HWY Center ST over Water Williams River

Good

Berkshire County, Massachusetts · @ Int of Cntr ST & Rt 102 · Structure no. W2200208LMUNNBI

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
64 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,069
2018 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Center ST over Water Williams River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY Center ST over Water Williams River in Berkshire County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 2,069 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 316 by 2033. The structure is 64 ft (19.5 m) long and 43 ft wide.

CarriesHWY Center ST
CrossesWater Williams River
Location@ Int of Cntr ST & Rt 102
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates42.33383, -73.36754
Functional classRural Local

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating71.7 US tons
Inventory rating43 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length64 ft (19.5 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,069 (2018)
Projected traffic316 by 2033
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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$2 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Center ST over Water Williams River built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Center ST over Water Williams 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 Center ST over Water Williams River carry?

About 2,069 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is HWY Center ST over Water Williams River?

The structure is 64 ft (19.5 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Center ST over Water Williams River?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.