HWY Church ST over Water Ware River Canal
FairPosted for loadHampden County, Massachusetts · N of High ST by Plmr Cntr · Structure no. P0101617CMUNNBI
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 43 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 4,780
- 2013 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
HWY Church ST over Water Ware River Canal is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY Church ST over Water Ware River Canal in Hampden County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 4,780 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,310 by 2032. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was HWY Church ST over Water Ware River Canal built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is HWY Church ST over Water Ware River 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does HWY Church ST over Water Ware River Canal carry?
About 4,780 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is HWY Church ST over Water Ware River Canal?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 37 ft (11.3 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns HWY Church ST over Water Ware River Canal?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.