US Bridges

I 91 SB over Water Running Gutter Brk

Good

Hampshire County, Massachusetts · Mm 28.1 on I-91 SB · Structure no. H110270Y2DOTNBI

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
19,954
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I 91 SB over Water Running Gutter Brk is a concrete continuous culvert carrying I 91 SB over Water Running Gutter Brk 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 good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 19,954 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,196 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesI 91 SB
CrossesWater Running Gutter Brk
LocationMm 28.1 on I-91 SB
RouteInterstate 91
Coordinates42.37218, -72.63341
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic19,954 (2018)
Projected traffic19,196 by 2033
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 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 statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$272,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I 91 SB over Water Running Gutter Brk built?

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

What condition is I 91 SB over Water Running Gutter Brk in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in January 2024.

How much traffic does I 91 SB over Water Running Gutter Brk carry?

About 19,954 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is I 91 SB over Water Running Gutter Brk?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m).

Who owns I 91 SB over Water Running Gutter Brk?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.