HWY Belden ST over Water Hemlock Brook
GoodBerkshire County, Massachusetts · 0.1M North of Main St. · Structure no. W3702408WMUNNBI
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Frame
- Concrete
- Length
- 36 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 388
- 2019 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
HWY Belden ST over Water Hemlock Brook is a concrete frame carrying HWY Belden ST over Water Hemlock Brook 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 388 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 948 by 2032. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long and 21 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was HWY Belden ST over Water Hemlock Brook built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is HWY Belden ST over Water Hemlock Brook 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does HWY Belden ST over Water Hemlock Brook carry?
About 388 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is HWY Belden ST over Water Hemlock Brook?
The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11 m) and a deck 21 ft wide.
Who owns HWY Belden ST over Water Hemlock Brook?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.