US Bridges

I 91 over Water Mill River Conduit

Good

Hampden County, Massachusetts · .1 M N JCT Main St. · Structure no. S2405510UDOTNBI

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
107,542
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I 91 over Water Mill River Conduit is a concrete culvert carrying I 91 over Water Mill River Conduit in Hampden County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 107,542 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 169,143 by 2033. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long.

CarriesI 91
CrossesWater Mill River Conduit
Location.1 M N JCT Main St.
RouteInterstate 91
Coordinates42.08864, -72.58122
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic107,542 (2018)
Projected traffic169,143 by 2033
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I 91 over Water Mill River Conduit built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is I 91 over Water Mill River Conduit 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does I 91 over Water Mill River Conduit carry?

About 107,542 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is I 91 over Water Mill River Conduit?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m).

Who owns I 91 over Water Mill River Conduit?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.