US Bridges

US 2 over Recreational Trail

Good

Coos County, New Hampshire · 1.4 MI Randolph Tl · Structure no. 009700490010100

Built
1960
65 years old, rebuilt 1985
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
124 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,195
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 2 over Recreational Trail is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 2 over Recreational Trail in Coos County, New Hampshire. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 1985, so it is 65 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 5,195 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,688 by 2043. The structure is 124 ft (37.8 m) long and 54 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 70.2 mi (113 km).

CarriesUS 2
CrossesRecreational Trail
Location1.4 MI Randolph Tl
RouteU.S. Route 2
Coordinates44.39339, -71.22337
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating55 US tons
Inventory rating33 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length124 ft (37.8 m)
Longest span43 ft (13.1 m)
Deck width54 ft (16.5 m)
Roadway width49 ft (14.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,195 (2023)
Projected traffic7,688 by 2043
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesPedestrian / bicycle
Detour if closed70.2 mi (113 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)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 2 over Recreational Trail built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.

What condition is US 2 over Recreational Trail 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does US 2 over Recreational Trail carry?

About 5,195 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is US 2 over Recreational Trail?

The structure is 124 ft (37.8 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.1 m) and a deck 54 ft wide.

Who owns US 2 over Recreational Trail?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.