US Bridges

US 20 Huntingtn RD over RR Barr (abandoned)

Fair

Hampden County, Massachusetts · .4 MI East of Maple ST · Structure no. C110350AUDOTNBI

Built
1929
96 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
47 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
8,280
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 20 Huntingtn RD over RR Barr (abandoned) is a concrete slab carrying US 20 Huntingtn RD over RR Barr (abandoned) in Hampden County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1929, so it is 96 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 8,280 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,790 by 2031. The structure is 47 ft (14.4 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 20 Huntingtn RD
CrossesRR Barr (abandoned)
Location.4 MI East of Maple ST
RouteU.S. Route 20
CountyHampden County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.27493, -72.97157
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating46.6 US tons
Inventory rating28 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length47 ft (14.4 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.3 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.6 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,280 (2024)
Projected traffic3,790 by 2031
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesOther
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$2 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 20 Huntingtn RD over RR Barr (abandoned) built?

It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 20 Huntingtn RD over RR Barr (abandoned) 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does US 20 Huntingtn RD over RR Barr (abandoned) carry?

About 8,280 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is US 20 Huntingtn RD over RR Barr (abandoned)?

The structure is 47 ft (14.4 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.3 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns US 20 Huntingtn RD over RR Barr (abandoned)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.