US Bridges

Lockhaven Road over Crystal Lake Outlet

Good

Grafton County, New Hampshire · 3.4 MI FR Grafton Tl · Structure no. 007701570013900

Built
1982
43 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
45 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
942
2023 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Lockhaven Road over Crystal Lake Outlet is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying Lockhaven Road over Crystal Lake Outlet in Grafton County, New Hampshire. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 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 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 942 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,394 by 2043. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesLockhaven Road
CrossesCrystal Lake Outlet
Location3.4 MI FR Grafton Tl
Coordinates43.61153, -72.08338
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating30.4 US tons
Inventory rating20 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span19 ft (5.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic942 (2023)
Projected traffic1,394 by 2043
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Lockhaven Road over Crystal Lake Outlet built?

It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.

What condition is Lockhaven Road over Crystal Lake Outlet 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does Lockhaven Road over Crystal Lake Outlet carry?

About 942 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Lockhaven Road over Crystal Lake Outlet?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m).

Who owns Lockhaven Road over Crystal Lake Outlet?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.