US Bridges

ST 10 New South ST over HWY Clark Ave

Fair

Hampshire County, Massachusetts · .2 M S JCT ST 9 · Structure no. N190190V2DOTNBI

Built
1948
77 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
43 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
27,026
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

ST 10 New South ST over HWY Clark Ave is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying ST 10 New South ST over HWY Clark Ave in Hampshire County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1948, so it is 77 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 27,026 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,638 by 2032. The structure is 43 ft (13.2 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesST 10 New South ST
CrossesHWY Clark Ave
Location.2 M S JCT ST 9
RouteState Highway 10
CountyHampshire County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.31514, -72.63344
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.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating50.6 US tons
Inventory rating32.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length43 ft (13.2 m)
Longest span39 ft (11.8 m)
Deck width55 ft (16.9 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic27,026 (2017)
Projected traffic27,638 by 2032
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$2.3 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was ST 10 New South ST over HWY Clark Ave built?

It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.

What condition is ST 10 New South ST over HWY Clark Ave 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 2023.

How much traffic does ST 10 New South ST over HWY Clark Ave carry?

About 27,026 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is ST 10 New South ST over HWY Clark Ave?

The structure is 43 ft (13.2 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.8 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.

Who owns ST 10 New South ST over HWY Clark Ave?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.