US Bridges

US 5 /ST10/WEST over Water Mill River

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Hampshire County, Massachusetts · 100N JCT on Ramp EXIT30 · Structure no. H110310U6DOTNBI

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
75 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
8,500
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 5 /ST10/WEST over Water Mill River is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 5 /ST10/WEST over Water Mill River 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 8,500 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,159 by 2031. The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesUS 5 /ST10/WEST
CrossesWater Mill River
Location100N JCT on Ramp EXIT30
RouteU.S. Route 5
Coordinates42.39701, -72.63026
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 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 alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating75.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length75 ft (22.9 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,500 (2024)
Projected traffic6,159 by 2031
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$1.1 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 5 /ST10/WEST over Water Mill River built?

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

What condition is US 5 /ST10/WEST over Water Mill River 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does US 5 /ST10/WEST over Water Mill River carry?

About 8,500 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US 5 /ST10/WEST over Water Mill River?

The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m).

Who owns US 5 /ST10/WEST over Water Mill River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.