US Bridges

HWY Green Riv RD over Water Hinsdale Brook

Good

Franklin County, Massachusetts · 425 N of Colrain RD · Structure no. G12018ANUMUNNBI

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
39 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,164
2015 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Green Riv RD over Water Hinsdale Brook is a prestressed concrete slab carrying HWY Green Riv RD over Water Hinsdale Brook in Franklin County, Massachusetts. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 1,164 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,633 by 2032. The structure is 39 ft (12 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesHWY Green Riv RD
CrossesWater Hinsdale Brook
Location425 N of Colrain RD
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates42.62279, -72.63552
Functional classUrban 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.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating78.8 US tons
Inventory rating47.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length39 ft (12 m)
Longest span38 ft (11.5 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.3 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,164 (2015)
Projected traffic1,633 by 2032
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$2.2 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Green Riv RD over Water Hinsdale Brook built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Green Riv RD over Water Hinsdale 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does HWY Green Riv RD over Water Hinsdale Brook carry?

About 1,164 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is HWY Green Riv RD over Water Hinsdale Brook?

The structure is 39 ft (12 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.5 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Green Riv RD over Water Hinsdale Brook?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.