HWY Cabot ST over Water First Level Canal
FairHampden County, Massachusetts · .5 MI NW of 3rd Canal · Structure no. H210210LWMUNNBI
- Built
- 1924
- 101 years old, rebuilt 1988
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 112 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15,129
- 2019 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
HWY Cabot ST over Water First Level Canal is a prestressed concrete slab carrying HWY Cabot ST over Water First Level Canal in Hampden County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1924 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 101 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 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 15,129 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,424 by 2032. The structure is 112 ft (34 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was HWY Cabot ST over Water First Level Canal built?
It was built in 1924, making it 101 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.
What condition is HWY Cabot ST over Water First 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 2023.
How much traffic does HWY Cabot ST over Water First Level Canal carry?
About 15,129 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is HWY Cabot ST over Water First Level Canal?
The structure is 112 ft (34 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.1 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.
Who owns HWY Cabot ST over Water First Level Canal?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.