US Bridges

ST 41 Grt Barrngtn over I 90

Fair

Berkshire County, Massachusetts · .1 MI S of RTE 102 A6 · Structure no. W220204H9DOTNBI

Built
1957
68 years old, rebuilt 1996
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
167 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,345
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST 41 Grt Barrngtn over I 90 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying ST 41 Grt Barrngtn over I 90 in Berkshire County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 1996, 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 2,345 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,527 by 2031. The structure is 167 ft (50.9 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesST 41 Grt Barrngtn
CrossesI 90
Location.1 MI S of RTE 102 A6
RouteState Highway 41
CountyBerkshire County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.32906, -73.36652
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.
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 inspectionApril 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 geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating74.6 US tons
Inventory rating44.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length167 ft (50.9 m)
Longest span51 ft (15.5 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.1 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,345 (2023)
Projected traffic2,527 by 2031
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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$7.5 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was ST 41 Grt Barrngtn over I 90 built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.

What condition is ST 41 Grt Barrngtn over I 90 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does ST 41 Grt Barrngtn over I 90 carry?

About 2,345 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is ST 41 Grt Barrngtn over I 90?

The structure is 167 ft (50.9 m) long with a longest span of 51 ft (15.5 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns ST 41 Grt Barrngtn over I 90?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.