US Bridges

US202 Granby RD over Water Buttery Brook

Fair

Hampshire County, Massachusetts · 250 W Rt 202/116 Brdg · Structure no. S180185QBDOTNBI

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
16,552
2018 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US202 Granby RD over Water Buttery Brook is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US202 Granby RD over Water Buttery Brook in Hampshire County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 16,552 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,216 by 2033. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long.

Location

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CarriesUS202 Granby RD
CrossesWater Buttery Brook
Location250 W Rt 202/116 Brdg
RouteU.S. Route 202
CountyHampshire County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.22208, -72.59022
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
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 inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable 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 loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic16,552 (2018)
Projected traffic23,216 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$491,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US202 Granby RD over Water Buttery Brook built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is US202 Granby RD over Water Buttery Brook 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does US202 Granby RD over Water Buttery Brook carry?

About 16,552 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US202 Granby RD over Water Buttery Brook?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US202 Granby RD over Water Buttery Brook?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.