US Bridges

HWY Russlvlle RD over Water Manhan River

FairPosted for load

Hampshire County, Massachusetts · At Jnct of Manhan Road · Structure no. S190060RTMUNNBI

Built
1956
69 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2023
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
41 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,810
2019 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Russlvlle RD over Water Manhan River is a prestressed concrete slab carrying HWY Russlvlle RD over Water Manhan River in Hampshire County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 1,810 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 676 by 2032. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Russlvlle RD
CrossesWater Manhan River
LocationAt Jnct of Manhan Road
RouteCity Street 0
CountyHampshire County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.20167, -72.76864
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
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 alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating69.1 US tons
Inventory rating34.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadH 15
Structure length41 ft (12.5 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,810 (2019)
Projected traffic676 by 2032
Trucks22%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerTown or Township Highway Agency
Maintained byTown or Township Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$1.1 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Russlvlle RD over Water Manhan River built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Russlvlle RD over Water Manhan 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does HWY Russlvlle RD over Water Manhan River carry?

About 1,810 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.

How long is HWY Russlvlle RD over Water Manhan River?

The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns HWY Russlvlle RD over Water Manhan River?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.