Main Street over Ashuelot River
FairPosted for loadCheshire County, New Hampshire · 340 Ft from Winchester S · Structure no. 025100930012400
- Built
- 1832
- 193 years old, rebuilt 1993
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 152 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,191
- 2023 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Main Street over Ashuelot River is a wood or timber truss - thru carrying Main Street over Ashuelot River in Cheshire County, New Hampshire. It was built in 1832 and reconstructed in 1993, so it is 193 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 2,191 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,242 by 2043. The structure is 152 ft (46.3 m) long and 18 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Main Street over Ashuelot River built?
It was built in 1832, making it 193 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1993.
What condition is Main Street 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Main Street over Ashuelot River carry?
About 2,191 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Main Street over Ashuelot River?
The structure is 152 ft (46.3 m) long with a longest span of 64 ft (19.5 m) and a deck 18 ft wide.
Who owns Main Street over Ashuelot River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.