US Bridges

Jefferson Notch RD over S Branch Baker River

Good

Coos County, New Hampshire · 1.0 MI S Jefferson Tl · Structure no. 015551020027000

Built
1939
86 years old, rebuilt 1995
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Wood or Timber
Length
39 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
96
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Jefferson Notch RD over S Branch Baker River is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Jefferson Notch RD over S Branch Baker River in Coos County, New Hampshire. It was built in 1939 and reconstructed in 1995, 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 96 vehicles a day, projected to reach 142 by 2043. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 22 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

CarriesJefferson Notch RD
CrossesS Branch Baker River
Location1.0 MI S Jefferson Tl
RouteState Highway 0
Coordinates44.32751, -71.36946
Functional classRural Local

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.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating54 US tons
Inventory rating37.8 US tons

Structure

MaterialWood or Timber
DeckWood or timber
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span35 ft (10.7 m)
Deck width22 ft (6.7 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic96 (2023)
Projected traffic142 by 2043
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 Jefferson Notch RD over S Branch Baker River built?

It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1995.

What condition is Jefferson Notch RD over S Branch Baker 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Jefferson Notch RD over S Branch Baker River carry?

About 96 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is Jefferson Notch RD over S Branch Baker River?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.

Who owns Jefferson Notch RD over S Branch Baker River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.