US Bridges

ST116 /ST141/CABOT over Water Third Level Canal

Fair

Hampden County, Massachusetts · At JCT S Canal St. · Structure no. H21008124DOTNBI

Built
1894
131 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Arch - Deck
Masonry
Length
100 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
24,568
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST116 /ST141/CABOT over Water Third Level Canal is a masonry arch - deck carrying ST116 /ST141/CABOT over Water Third Level Canal in Hampden County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1894, so it is 131 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 24,568 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,929 by 2031. The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesST116 /ST141/CABOT
CrossesWater Third Level Canal
LocationAt JCT S Canal St.
RouteState Highway 116
CountyHampden County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.19694, -72.6032
Functional classUrban 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
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
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
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating47.7 US tons
Inventory rating47.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeArch - Deck
MaterialMasonry
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length100 ft (30.5 m)
Longest span31 ft (9.5 m)
Deck width60 ft (18.3 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic24,568 (2018)
Projected traffic15,929 by 2031
Trucks10%
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

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$5.5 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was ST116 /ST141/CABOT over Water Third Level Canal built?

It was built in 1894, making it 131 years old in 2025.

What condition is ST116 /ST141/CABOT over Water Third Level Canal 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does ST116 /ST141/CABOT over Water Third Level Canal carry?

About 24,568 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is ST116 /ST141/CABOT over Water Third Level Canal?

The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.5 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.

Who owns ST116 /ST141/CABOT over Water Third Level Canal?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.