US Bridges

US302 Nh 10 Nh 18 over Ammonoosuc River

Good

Grafton County, New Hampshire · 3.9 MI Lisbon Tl · Structure no. 015302130005400

Built
1950
75 years old, rebuilt 1987
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
155 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
7,962
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US302 Nh 10 Nh 18 over Ammonoosuc River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US302 Nh 10 Nh 18 over Ammonoosuc River in Grafton County, New Hampshire. It was built in 1950 and reconstructed in 1987, so it is 75 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 7,962 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,783 by 2043. The structure is 155 ft (47.2 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesUS302 Nh 10 Nh 18
CrossesAmmonoosuc River
Location3.9 MI Lisbon Tl
RouteU.S. Route 302
Coordinates44.30538, -71.77003
Functional classRural Major Collector

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.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: 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 rating71.8 US tons
Inventory rating43 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length155 ft (47.2 m)
Longest span72 ft (21.9 m)
Deck width55 ft (16.9 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,962 (2023)
Projected traffic11,783 by 2043
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 US302 Nh 10 Nh 18 over Ammonoosuc River built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1987.

What condition is US302 Nh 10 Nh 18 over Ammonoosuc 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 2024.

How much traffic does US302 Nh 10 Nh 18 over Ammonoosuc River carry?

About 7,962 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is US302 Nh 10 Nh 18 over Ammonoosuc River?

The structure is 155 ft (47.2 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (21.9 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.

Who owns US302 Nh 10 Nh 18 over Ammonoosuc River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.