US Bridges

US 20 Huntingtn RD over Water Sanderson Brook

Good

Hampden County, Massachusetts · Mile Marker 37.7 · Structure no. C11029AV7DOTNBI

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
57 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,574
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 20 Huntingtn RD over Water Sanderson Brook is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 20 Huntingtn RD over Water Sanderson Brook in Hampden County, Massachusetts. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 2,574 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,084 by 2031. The structure is 57 ft (17.5 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesUS 20 Huntingtn RD
CrossesWater Sanderson Brook
LocationMile Marker 37.7
RouteU.S. Route 20
Coordinates42.25619, -72.94659
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating82.9 US tons
Inventory rating49.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length57 ft (17.5 m)
Longest span53 ft (16.1 m)
Deck width46 ft (14 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,574 (2021)
Projected traffic4,084 by 2031
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$170,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 20 Huntingtn RD over Water Sanderson Brook built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 20 Huntingtn RD over Water Sanderson 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does US 20 Huntingtn RD over Water Sanderson Brook carry?

About 2,574 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US 20 Huntingtn RD over Water Sanderson Brook?

The structure is 57 ft (17.5 m) long with a longest span of 53 ft (16.1 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US 20 Huntingtn RD over Water Sanderson Brook?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.