US Bridges

US 2 over Moose River

Good

Coos County, New Hampshire · 3.6 MI from Jefferson Tl · Structure no. 021801050005400

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
5,195
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 2 over Moose River is a concrete culvert carrying US 2 over Moose River in Coos County, New Hampshire. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 55.9 mi (90 km).

CarriesUS 2
CrossesMoose River
Location3.6 MI from Jefferson Tl
RouteU.S. Route 2
Coordinates44.36652, -71.31621
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating99 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span23 ft (7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,195 (2023)
Projected traffic7,688 by 2043
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed55.9 mi (90 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 over Moose River built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 2 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 2023.

How much traffic does US 2 over Moose River carry?

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

How long is US 2 over Moose River?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7 m).

Who owns US 2 over Moose River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.