US Bridges

HWY S East ST over Water Fort River

Fair

Hampshire County, Massachusetts · 1.6 MI W Pelham · Structure no. A080040L4MUNNBI

Built
1973
52 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
68 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,784
2018 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY S East ST over Water Fort River is a steel culvert carrying HWY S East ST over Water Fort River in Hampshire County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 years old, younger 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 4,784 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,422 by 2031. The structure is 68 ft (20.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY S East ST
CrossesWater Fort River
Location1.6 MI W Pelham
RouteCity Street 0
CountyHampshire County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.35779, -72.50451
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length68 ft (20.6 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,784 (2018)
Projected traffic4,422 by 2031
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerTown or Township Highway Agency
Maintained byTown or Township Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$1.5 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY S East ST over Water Fort River built?

It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY S East ST over Water Fort 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does HWY S East ST over Water Fort River carry?

About 4,784 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is HWY S East ST over Water Fort River?

The structure is 68 ft (20.6 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.2 m).

Who owns HWY S East ST over Water Fort River?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.