US Bridges

Nh 16 Nh 25 over Chocorua River

Good

Carroll County, New Hampshire · 0.8 Mi. Tamworth T.L. · Structure no. 020401230032400

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
11,700
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nh 16 Nh 25 over Chocorua River is a concrete culvert carrying Nh 16 Nh 25 over Chocorua River in Carroll County, New Hampshire. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 11,700 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,316 by 2043. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesNh 16 Nh 25
CrossesChocorua River
Location0.8 Mi. Tamworth T.L.
RouteState Highway 16
Coordinates43.81676, -71.19568
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating79 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,700 (2023)
Projected traffic17,316 by 2043
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 Nh 16 Nh 25 over Chocorua River built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nh 16 Nh 25 over Chocorua 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Nh 16 Nh 25 over Chocorua River carry?

About 11,700 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Nh 16 Nh 25 over Chocorua River?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m).

Who owns Nh 16 Nh 25 over Chocorua River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.