Elm Street over Ashuelot River
FairCheshire County, New Hampshire · Adjacent Nh 119 · Structure no. 027901240008400
- Built
- 1921
- 104 years old, rebuilt 1995
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Other
- Steel
- Length
- 126 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,195
- 2023 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Elm Street over Ashuelot River is a steel other carrying Elm Street over Ashuelot River in Cheshire County, New Hampshire. It was built in 1921 and reconstructed in 1995, so it is 104 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 2,195 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,248 by 2043. The structure is 126 ft (38.4 m) long and 22 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 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 Elm Street over Ashuelot River built?
It was built in 1921, making it 104 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1995.
What condition is Elm 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Elm Street over Ashuelot River carry?
About 2,195 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Elm Street over Ashuelot River?
The structure is 126 ft (38.4 m) long with a longest span of 121 ft (36.9 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.
Who owns Elm Street over Ashuelot River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.