US Bridges

HWY Bridge ST over RR Necrr

Fair

Hampden County, Massachusetts · 300 E of Int Green ST · Structure no. M270181AJDOT634

Built
1900
125 years old, rebuilt 1977
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
30 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
517
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Bridge ST over RR Necrr is a prestressed concrete slab carrying HWY Bridge ST over RR Necrr in Hampden County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1900 and reconstructed in 1977, so it is 125 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 517 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 409 by 2031. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Bridge ST
CrossesRR Necrr
Location300 E of Int Green ST
RouteCity Street 0
CountyHampden County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.09386, -72.31417
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating87.9 US tons
Inventory rating58.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span29 ft (8.8 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.3 m)
Roadway width18 ft (5.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic517 (2022)
Projected traffic409 by 2031
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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$712,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Bridge ST over RR Necrr built?

It was built in 1900, making it 125 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1977.

What condition is HWY Bridge ST over RR Necrr 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 HWY Bridge ST over RR Necrr carry?

About 517 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is HWY Bridge ST over RR Necrr?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.8 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Bridge ST over RR Necrr?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.