US Bridges

US 2 Nh 16 over Moose River

Good

Coos County, New Hampshire · 5.1 MI from Martins Loc. · Structure no. 009700790010200

Built
1939
86 years old, rebuilt 1984
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Frame
Concrete
Length
85 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
10,406
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 2 Nh 16 over Moose River is a concrete frame carrying US 2 Nh 16 over Moose River in Coos County, New Hampshire. It was built in 1939 and reconstructed in 1984, so it is 86 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 10,406 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,400 by 2043. The structure is 85 ft (25.9 m) long and 57 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 44.1 mi (71 km).

CarriesUS 2 Nh 16
CrossesMoose River
Location5.1 MI from Martins Loc.
RouteU.S. Route 2
Coordinates44.39606, -71.19415
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.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75.9 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length85 ft (25.9 m)
Longest span75 ft (22.9 m)
Deck width57 ft (17.4 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,406 (2023)
Projected traffic15,400 by 2043
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed44.1 mi (71 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)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 2 Nh 16 over Moose River built?

It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.

What condition is US 2 Nh 16 over Moose 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does US 2 Nh 16 over Moose River carry?

About 10,406 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is US 2 Nh 16 over Moose River?

The structure is 85 ft (25.9 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 57 ft wide.

Who owns US 2 Nh 16 over Moose River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.