US Bridges

HWY Monson RD over Water Foskett Mill Strm

Fair

Hampden County, Massachusetts · .7 MI E Monson T. L. · Structure no. B24009ATJMUNNBI

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
55 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,974
2018 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Monson RD over Water Foskett Mill Strm is a prestressed concrete slab carrying HWY Monson RD over Water Foskett Mill Strm in Hampden County, Massachusetts. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 6 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 2,974 vehicles a day, projected to reach 3,268 by 2033. The structure is 55 ft (16.7 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesHWY Monson RD
CrossesWater Foskett Mill Strm
Location.7 MI E Monson T. L.
RouteCity Street 0
Coordinates42.11847, -72.2581
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating97.7 US tons
Inventory rating58.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length55 ft (16.7 m)
Longest span53 ft (16.3 m)
Deck width36 ft (11 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,974 (2018)
Projected traffic3,268 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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$1.9 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Monson RD over Water Foskett Mill Strm built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Monson RD over Water Foskett Mill Strm 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does HWY Monson RD over Water Foskett Mill Strm carry?

About 2,974 vehicles per day (2018 count).

How long is HWY Monson RD over Water Foskett Mill Strm?

The structure is 55 ft (16.7 m) long with a longest span of 53 ft (16.3 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Monson RD over Water Foskett Mill Strm?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.