US 5 over HWY River RD
FairHampden County, Massachusetts · JCT US 5 & River Rd. · Structure no. A050010W7DOTNBI
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old, rebuilt 2003
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 128 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 30,259
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 5 over HWY River RD is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 5 over HWY River RD in Hampden County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1953 and reconstructed in 2003, so it is 72 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 30,259 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 93,968 by 2031. The structure is 128 ft (38.9 m) long and 72 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 5 over HWY River RD built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2003.
What condition is US 5 over HWY River RD 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US 5 over HWY River RD carry?
About 30,259 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 5 over HWY River RD?
The structure is 128 ft (38.9 m) long with a longest span of 77 ft (23.4 m) and a deck 72 ft wide.
Who owns US 5 over HWY River RD?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.