Nh 49 over Drakes Brook
GoodGrafton County, New Hampshire · 4.5 Mi. E. of Thornton Tl · Structure no. 026601240009300
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,074
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nh 49 over Drakes Brook is a concrete culvert carrying Nh 49 over Drakes Brook in Grafton County, New Hampshire. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 2,074 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,069 by 2043. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nh 49 over Drakes Brook built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nh 49 over Drakes 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Nh 49 over Drakes Brook carry?
About 2,074 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Nh 49 over Drakes Brook?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 29 ft (8.8 m).
Who owns Nh 49 over Drakes Brook?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.