US 20 E Main ST over Water Little River
FairHampden County, Massachusetts · .2 M E JCT Noble St. · Structure no. W250050UPDOTNBI
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 146 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 31,293
- 2003 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 20 E Main ST over Water Little River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 20 E Main ST over Water Little River in Hampden County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1951, so it is 74 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 31,293 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 49,421 by 2032. The structure is 146 ft (44.4 m) long and 66 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 20 E Main ST over Water Little River built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 20 E Main ST over Water Little River 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does US 20 E Main ST over Water Little River carry?
About 31,293 vehicles per day (2003 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US 20 E Main ST over Water Little River?
The structure is 146 ft (44.4 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (21.8 m) and a deck 66 ft wide.
Who owns US 20 E Main ST over Water Little River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.