US Bridges

ST116 Sprngfld ST over Water Chicopee River

Good

Hampden County, Massachusetts · At Int of Granby RD · Structure no. C1300812HDOTNBI

Built
1931
94 years old, rebuilt 2013
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
307 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
33,164
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST116 Sprngfld ST over Water Chicopee River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying ST116 Sprngfld ST over Water Chicopee River in Hampden County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 2013, so it is 94 years old, older 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 33,164 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,479 by 2032. The structure is 307 ft (93.6 m) long and 53 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesST116 Sprngfld ST
CrossesWater Chicopee River
LocationAt Int of Granby RD
RouteState Highway 116
Coordinates42.15036, -72.6078
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating71.4 US tons
Inventory rating57.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length307 ft (93.6 m)
Longest span102 ft (31.1 m)
Deck width53 ft (16.3 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic33,164 (2015)
Projected traffic24,479 by 2032
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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$13.6 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was ST116 Sprngfld ST over Water Chicopee River built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2013.

What condition is ST116 Sprngfld ST over Water Chicopee River 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does ST116 Sprngfld ST over Water Chicopee River carry?

About 33,164 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is ST116 Sprngfld ST over Water Chicopee River?

The structure is 307 ft (93.6 m) long with a longest span of 102 ft (31.1 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.

Who owns ST116 Sprngfld ST over Water Chicopee River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.