US Bridges

HWY Southmptn RD over Water Sodom Brook

Fair

Hampshire County, Massachusetts · 2.7 MI N of Southampton · Structure no. W270270NWMUNNBI

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
20 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,034
2015 count
Owner
Town / Township
Town or Township Highway Agency

About this bridge

HWY Southmptn RD over Water Sodom Brook is a steel culvert carrying HWY Southmptn RD over Water Sodom Brook in Hampshire County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 1,034 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,084 by 2032. The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesHWY Southmptn RD
CrossesWater Sodom Brook
Location2.7 MI N of Southampton
RouteCity Street 0
CountyHampshire County
StateMassachusetts
Coordinates42.30341, -72.76491
Functional classRural Major 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
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length20 ft (6.2 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,034 (2015)
Projected traffic4,084 by 2032
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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$478,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was HWY Southmptn RD over Water Sodom Brook built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is HWY Southmptn RD over Water Sodom 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does HWY Southmptn RD over Water Sodom Brook carry?

About 1,034 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is HWY Southmptn RD over Water Sodom Brook?

The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.2 m).

Who owns HWY Southmptn RD over Water Sodom Brook?

It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.