US Bridges

US 3 over Maple ST Nhrr

Good

Belknap County, New Hampshire · 2.3 MI from Laconia T.L. · Structure no. 016701840013800

Built
1947
78 years old, rebuilt 2023
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete Continuous
Length
175 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
17,943
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 3 over Maple ST Nhrr is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying US 3 over Maple ST Nhrr in Belknap County, New Hampshire. It was built in 1947 and reconstructed in 2023, so it is 78 years old, older than the New Hampshire average of 56.9 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.

It carries about 17,943 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,555 by 2043. The structure is 175 ft (53.3 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesUS 3
CrossesMaple ST Nhrr
Location2.3 MI from Laconia T.L.
RouteU.S. Route 3
Coordinates43.65066, -71.49805
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44.8 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadH 20
Structure length175 ft (53.3 m)
Longest span46 ft (14 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.8 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic17,943 (2023)
Projected traffic26,555 by 2043
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$314,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 3 over Maple ST Nhrr built?

It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2023.

What condition is US 3 over Maple ST Nhrr 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does US 3 over Maple ST Nhrr carry?

About 17,943 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is US 3 over Maple ST Nhrr?

The structure is 175 ft (53.3 m) long with a longest span of 46 ft (14 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns US 3 over Maple ST Nhrr?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.