Nh 3A So Main ST over Piscataquog River
GoodHillsborough County, New Hampshire · 0.04 MI from Varney ST · Structure no. 016101400006200
- Built
- 1894
- 131 years old, rebuilt 2003
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Masonry
- Length
- 82 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,740
- 2023 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nh 3A So Main ST over Piscataquog River is a masonry arch - deck carrying Nh 3A So Main ST over Piscataquog River in Hillsborough County, New Hampshire. It was built in 1894 and reconstructed in 2003, so it is 131 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 12,740 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,855 by 2043. The structure is 82 ft (25 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Nh 3A So Main ST over Piscataquog River built?
It was built in 1894, making it 131 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2003.
What condition is Nh 3A So Main ST over Piscataquog 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 Nh 3A So Main ST over Piscataquog River carry?
About 12,740 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Nh 3A So Main ST over Piscataquog River?
The structure is 82 ft (25 m) long with a longest span of 38 ft (11.6 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.
Who owns Nh 3A So Main ST over Piscataquog River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.