HWY Bridge ST over Water Westfield River
FairHampden County, Massachusetts · Bridge ST at Westfield Rv · Structure no. A050030KXMUNNBI
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 322 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,800
- 2019 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
HWY Bridge ST over Water Westfield River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY Bridge ST over Water Westfield River in Hampden County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, younger 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 14,800 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,745 by 2032. The structure is 322 ft (98.1 m) long and 53 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was HWY Bridge ST over Water Westfield River built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is HWY Bridge ST over Water Westfield 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does HWY Bridge ST over Water Westfield River carry?
About 14,800 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is HWY Bridge ST over Water Westfield River?
The structure is 322 ft (98.1 m) long with a longest span of 160 ft (48.8 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.
Who owns HWY Bridge ST over Water Westfield River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.