HWY River RD over Water M Br Westfield Riv
GoodPosted for loadHampshire County, Massachusetts · 1.9 MI S. of Route 143 · Structure no. W4501309FMUNNBI
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 124 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 129
- 2018 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
HWY River RD over Water M Br Westfield Riv is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying HWY River RD over Water M Br Westfield Riv in Hampshire County, Massachusetts. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 years old, older than the Massachusetts average of 63.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 129 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 158 by 2031. The structure is 124 ft (37.8 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was HWY River RD over Water M Br Westfield Riv built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is HWY River RD over Water M Br Westfield Riv in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in November 2024.
How much traffic does HWY River RD over Water M Br Westfield Riv carry?
About 129 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is HWY River RD over Water M Br Westfield Riv?
The structure is 124 ft (37.8 m) long with a longest span of 66 ft (20.1 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns HWY River RD over Water M Br Westfield Riv?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.