US Bridges

Nh 28 NH109 over Smith River

Good

Carroll County, New Hampshire · 3.5 MI from Alton Tl · Structure no. 028301120011000

Built
1935
90 years old, rebuilt 2006
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
34 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
8,809
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nh 28 NH109 over Smith River is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Nh 28 NH109 over Smith River in Carroll County, New Hampshire. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 2006, so it is 90 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 8,809 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,037 by 2043. The structure is 34 ft (10.5 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

CarriesNh 28 NH109
CrossesSmith River
Location3.5 MI from Alton Tl
RouteState Highway 28
Coordinates43.58943, -71.20555
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.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating73.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length34 ft (10.5 m)
Longest span31 ft (9.5 m)
Deck width49 ft (15 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,809 (2023)
Projected traffic13,037 by 2043
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 28 NH109 over Smith River built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2006.

What condition is Nh 28 NH109 over Smith 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Nh 28 NH109 over Smith River carry?

About 8,809 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Nh 28 NH109 over Smith River?

The structure is 34 ft (10.5 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.5 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.

Who owns Nh 28 NH109 over Smith River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.