River Street over Squam River
FairPosted for loadGrafton County, New Hampshire · 1.4 MI FR Nh RTE 25 · Structure no. 001101130009300
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 64 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 588
- 2023 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
River Street over Squam River is a wood or timber truss - thru carrying River Street over Squam River in Grafton County, New Hampshire. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 years old, younger 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 588 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 870 by 2043. The structure is 64 ft (19.5 m) long and 18 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was River Street over Squam River built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is River Street over Squam 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does River Street over Squam River carry?
About 588 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is River Street over Squam River?
The structure is 64 ft (19.5 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 18 ft wide.
Who owns River Street over Squam River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.