US Bridges

HWY Stockbdge RD over Water Mill River

Good

Franklin County, Massachusetts · At JCT of So. Mill Riv RD · Structure no. D060105XVMUNNBI

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
20
2006 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Stockbdge RD over Water Mill River is a concrete culvert carrying HWY Stockbdge RD over Water Mill River in Franklin County, Massachusetts. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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 20 vehicles a day, projected to reach 32 by 2031. The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long and 17 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

CarriesHWY Stockbdge RD
CrossesWater Mill River
LocationAt JCT of So. Mill Riv RD
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates42.48411, -72.63432
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating80.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length22 ft (6.8 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.8 m)
Deck width17 ft (5.3 m)
Roadway width13 ft (4.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20 (2006)
Projected traffic32 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerTown or Township Highway Agency
Maintained byTown or Township Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$850,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Stockbdge RD over Water Mill River built?

It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Stockbdge RD over Water Mill 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does HWY Stockbdge RD over Water Mill River carry?

About 20 vehicles per day (2006 count).

How long is HWY Stockbdge RD over Water Mill River?

The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.8 m) and a deck 17 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Stockbdge RD over Water Mill River?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.