US Bridges

US 4 Nh 10 over Mascoma River

Good

Grafton County, New Hampshire · 6.4 MI from Hanover Tl · Structure no. 014401200011500

Built
1954
71 years old, rebuilt 2019
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
66 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
8,395
2023 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 4 Nh 10 over Mascoma River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 4 Nh 10 over Mascoma River in Grafton County, New Hampshire. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 2019, so it is 71 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 8,395 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,424 by 2043. The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long and 57 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesUS 4 Nh 10
CrossesMascoma River
Location6.4 MI from Hanover Tl
RouteU.S. Route 4
Coordinates43.64184, -72.25463
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating78.2 US tons
Inventory rating60.2 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadGreater than HL 93
Structure length66 ft (20.1 m)
Longest span62 ft (18.9 m)
Deck width57 ft (17.5 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,395 (2023)
Projected traffic12,424 by 2043
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 US 4 Nh 10 over Mascoma River built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2019.

What condition is US 4 Nh 10 over Mascoma 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does US 4 Nh 10 over Mascoma River carry?

About 8,395 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is US 4 Nh 10 over Mascoma River?

The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long with a longest span of 62 ft (18.9 m) and a deck 57 ft wide.

Who owns US 4 Nh 10 over Mascoma River?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.