US Bridges

HWY S Maple ST over Water Fort River

Fair

Hampshire County, Massachusetts · 1.1 Mi. So. of Rte. 9 · Structure no. H010060QDMUNNBI

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
43 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
6,538
2015 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY S Maple ST over Water Fort River is a steel culvert carrying HWY S Maple ST over Water Fort River 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 6,538 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,885 by 2031. The structure is 43 ft (13.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY S Maple ST
CrossesWater Fort River
Location1.1 Mi. So. of Rte. 9
RouteCity Street 0
CountyHampshire County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.34139, -72.55022
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length43 ft (13.2 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 traffic6,538 (2015)
Projected traffic3,885 by 2031
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerTown or Township Highway Agency
Maintained byTown or Township Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$2.5 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

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

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

What condition is HWY S Maple 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 Maple ST over Water Fort River carry?

About 6,538 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

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

The structure is 43 ft (13.2 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.2 m).

Who owns HWY S Maple ST over Water Fort River?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.