US Bridges

ST 9 Russell ST over Water Connecticut River

Fair

Hampshire County, Massachusetts · 250 E JCT Damon Rd. · Structure no. H010120UUDOTNBI

Built
1937
88 years old, rebuilt 2003
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Mixed Types
Other
Length
1,441 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
30,785
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST 9 Russell ST over Water Connecticut River is a other mixed types carrying ST 9 Russell ST over Water Connecticut River in Hampshire County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1937 and reconstructed in 2003, so it is 88 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 30,785 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 53,064 by 2031. The structure is 1,441 ft (439.2 m) long and 62 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

CarriesST 9 Russell ST
CrossesWater Connecticut River
Location250 E JCT Damon Rd.
RouteState Highway 9
Coordinates42.33595, -72.61823
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating47.1 US tons
Inventory rating28.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeMixed Types
MaterialOther
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5 (+8 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length1,441 ft (439.2 m)
Longest span296 ft (90.2 m)
Deck width62 ft (19 m)
Roadway width53 ft (16.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic30,785 (2023)
Projected traffic53,064 by 2031
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$81.4 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was ST 9 Russell ST over Water Connecticut River built?

It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2003.

What condition is ST 9 Russell ST over Water Connecticut 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does ST 9 Russell ST over Water Connecticut River carry?

About 30,785 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is ST 9 Russell ST over Water Connecticut River?

The structure is 1,441 ft (439.2 m) long with a longest span of 296 ft (90.2 m) and a deck 62 ft wide.

Who owns ST 9 Russell ST over Water Connecticut River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.