US Bridges

Nh 10 over Hewes Brook

Good

Grafton County, New Hampshire · 0.5 MI from Hanover Tl · Structure no. 015700560005800

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Prestressed Concrete
Length
28 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,327
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nh 10 over Hewes Brook is a prestressed concrete culvert carrying Nh 10 over Hewes Brook in Grafton 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 2,327 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,443 by 2043. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

CarriesNh 10
CrossesHewes Brook
Location0.5 MI from Hanover Tl
RouteState Highway 10
Coordinates43.77367, -72.1835
Functional classRural 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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 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 rating61.6 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span28 ft (8.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,327 (2023)
Projected traffic3,443 by 2043
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 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 Nh 10 over Hewes Brook built?

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

What condition is Nh 10 over Hewes Brook 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 2023.

How much traffic does Nh 10 over Hewes Brook carry?

About 2,327 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Nh 10 over Hewes Brook?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.5 m).

Who owns Nh 10 over Hewes Brook?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.