HWY South ST over Water Ware River
FairHampshire County, Massachusetts · .1 MI S of RTE 9 · Structure no. W050050NHMUNNBI
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old, rebuilt 1986
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 98 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,664
- 2019 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
HWY South ST over Water Ware River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY South ST over Water Ware River in Hampshire County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1939 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 86 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 5 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 8,664 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,636 by 2032. The structure is 98 ft (30 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was HWY South ST over Water Ware River built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.
What condition is HWY South ST over Water Ware 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does HWY South ST over Water Ware River carry?
About 8,664 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is HWY South ST over Water Ware River?
The structure is 98 ft (30 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.5 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns HWY South ST over Water Ware River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.