Turners Falls Road Bridge

Turners Falls Road Bridge spans the Connecticut River with six spans that rest on five concrete and steel piers rising from the water. The structure stretches roughly 136 meters across and is designed primarily for vehicular traffic.

A suspension bridge built in 1871 once stood at this location before being destroyed during a major flood in 1936. The current bridge was constructed afterward to replace the damaged structure.

The bridge links two communities that depend on it for daily commerce and travel between Greenfield and Turners Falls. It has become an integral part of how residents move across the river for work and shopping.

The crossing is designed for regular vehicle traffic and offers direct access between the two riverbanks. Visitors should expect vehicular flow and respect traffic patterns when visiting.

The concrete and steel construction represents a shift from the earlier suspension design that could not withstand the forces of the Connecticut River. Engineers redesigned the supports to be stronger and more resistant to flood damage.

Location: Massachusetts

Official opening: 1936

GPS coordinates: 42.60920,-72.56140

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:05