US Bridges

ST141 Cottage ST over Water Nashawannuck Pond

Fair

Hampshire County, Massachusetts · 500 Ft W of Adams ST · Structure no. E050030L9MUNNBI

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
41 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
21,466
2016 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST141 Cottage ST over Water Nashawannuck Pond is a prestressed concrete slab carrying ST141 Cottage ST over Water Nashawannuck Pond in Hampshire County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 21,466 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,057 by 2032. The structure is 41 ft (12.6 m) long and 56 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesST141 Cottage ST
CrossesWater Nashawannuck Pond
Location500 Ft W of Adams ST
RouteState Highway 141
CountyHampshire County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.26524, -72.66829
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating44.2 US tons
Inventory rating40.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length41 ft (12.6 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width56 ft (17.1 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic21,466 (2016)
Projected traffic20,057 by 2032
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$184,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was ST141 Cottage ST over Water Nashawannuck Pond built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is ST141 Cottage ST over Water Nashawannuck Pond 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does ST141 Cottage ST over Water Nashawannuck Pond carry?

About 21,466 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is ST141 Cottage ST over Water Nashawannuck Pond?

The structure is 41 ft (12.6 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 56 ft wide.

Who owns ST141 Cottage ST over Water Nashawannuck Pond?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.