US Bridges

US302 Nh 16 over Artist Falls Brook

Good

Carroll County, New Hampshire · 6.2 MI from Albany Tl · Structure no. 005400790006300

Built
1900
125 years old, rebuilt 1964
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
13,702
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US302 Nh 16 over Artist Falls Brook is a concrete culvert carrying US302 Nh 16 over Artist Falls Brook in Carroll County, New Hampshire. It was built in 1900 and reconstructed in 1964, so it is 125 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 13,702 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,278 by 2043. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesUS302 Nh 16
CrossesArtist Falls Brook
Location6.2 MI from Albany Tl
RouteU.S. Route 302
Coordinates44.04449, -71.12472
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating79.1 US tons
Inventory rating47.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span26 ft (7.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,702 (2023)
Projected traffic20,278 by 2043
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US302 Nh 16 over Artist Falls Brook built?

It was built in 1900, making it 125 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1964.

What condition is US302 Nh 16 over Artist Falls Brook 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 2023.

How much traffic does US302 Nh 16 over Artist Falls Brook carry?

About 13,702 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is US302 Nh 16 over Artist Falls Brook?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m).

Who owns US302 Nh 16 over Artist Falls Brook?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.