US Bridges

Davis Crossing RD over Ela River

Good

Carroll County, New Hampshire · 1/4 Mi. North from Rt. 11 · Structure no. 018202280009100

Built
2010
15 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Frame
Concrete
Length
25 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
96
2023 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Davis Crossing RD over Ela River is a concrete frame carrying Davis Crossing RD over Ela River in Carroll County, New Hampshire. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 years old, younger 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 96 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 142 by 2043. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long and 30 ft wide.

CarriesDavis Crossing RD
CrossesEla River
Location1/4 Mi. North from Rt. 11
RouteCounty Highway 0
Coordinates43.41728, -71.13704
Functional classRural Local

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.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating79.9 US tons
Inventory rating48 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.6 m)
Deck width30 ft (9 m)
Roadway width27 ft (8.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic96 (2023)
Projected traffic142 by 2043
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
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 Davis Crossing RD over Ela River built?

It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.

What condition is Davis Crossing RD over Ela River 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Davis Crossing RD over Ela River carry?

About 96 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Davis Crossing RD over Ela River?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.6 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns Davis Crossing RD over Ela River?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.