US Bridges

I 91 SB over Other Manhan Rail Trail

Fair

Hampshire County, Massachusetts · Mm 21.2 on I-91 SB · Structure no. E050250X9DOTNBI

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
182 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
27,526
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I 91 SB over Other Manhan Rail Trail is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I 91 SB over Other Manhan Rail Trail in Hampshire County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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. Its operating status is: open, would be posted or closed except for temporary shoring.

It carries about 27,526 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 81,334 by 2033. The structure is 182 ft (55.4 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesI 91 SB
CrossesOther Manhan Rail Trail
LocationMm 21.2 on I-91 SB
RouteInterstate 91
Coordinates42.28709, -72.622
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, would be posted or closed except for temporary shoring
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating61.7 US tons
Inventory rating36.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length182 ft (55.4 m)
Longest span59 ft (17.9 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.5 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic27,526 (2017)
Projected traffic81,334 by 2033
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesOther
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$7.4 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I 91 SB over Other Manhan Rail Trail built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.

What condition is I 91 SB over Other Manhan Rail Trail 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 2024.

How much traffic does I 91 SB over Other Manhan Rail Trail carry?

About 27,526 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is I 91 SB over Other Manhan Rail Trail?

The structure is 182 ft (55.4 m) long with a longest span of 59 ft (17.9 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns I 91 SB over Other Manhan Rail Trail?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.