US Bridges

HWY Trnrs Fls RD over Water Connecticut River

Fair

Franklin County, Massachusetts · 235 NW of Canal ST · Structure no. G1200212RDOTNBI

Built
1936
89 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
448 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
7,136
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Trnrs Fls RD over Water Connecticut River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY Trnrs Fls RD over Water Connecticut River in Franklin County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1936, so it is 89 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 7,136 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,110 by 2031. The structure is 448 ft (136.7 m) long and 27 ft wide.

CarriesHWY Trnrs Fls RD
CrossesWater Connecticut River
Location235 NW of Canal ST
Coordinates42.60914, -72.56147
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourCountermeasures installed to correct a previously existing problem
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating94.1 US tons
Inventory rating56.4 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadH 20
Structure length448 ft (136.7 m)
Longest span75 ft (22.9 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.2 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,136 (2017)
Projected traffic22,110 by 2031
Trucks5%
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

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$10.9 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Trnrs Fls RD over Water Connecticut River built?

It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Trnrs Fls RD over Water Connecticut River 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 HWY Trnrs Fls RD over Water Connecticut River carry?

About 7,136 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is HWY Trnrs Fls RD over Water Connecticut River?

The structure is 448 ft (136.7 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Trnrs Fls RD over Water Connecticut River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.