Nh 63 over Ashuelot River
FairCheshire County, New Hampshire · 0.1 MI from JCT 119 & 63 · Structure no. 012501320011300
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old, rebuilt 1992
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Frame
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 140 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,937
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nh 63 over Ashuelot River is a concrete continuous frame carrying Nh 63 over Ashuelot River in Cheshire County, New Hampshire. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 85 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 1,937 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,866 by 2043. The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long and 31 ft wide.
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nh 63 over Ashuelot River built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.
What condition is Nh 63 over Ashuelot River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.
How much traffic does Nh 63 over Ashuelot River carry?
About 1,937 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Nh 63 over Ashuelot River?
The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long with a longest span of 63 ft (19.2 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns Nh 63 over Ashuelot River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.