Smith River Road over Smith River
GoodMerrimack County, New Hampshire · .25 Mi. W. of Hill Tl · Structure no. 005801240014600
- Built
- 1941
- 84 years old, rebuilt 2001
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Girder and Floorbeam System
- Steel
- Length
- 106 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 276
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Smith River Road over Smith River is a steel girder and floorbeam system carrying Smith River Road over Smith River in Merrimack County, New Hampshire. It was built in 1941 and reconstructed in 2001, so it is 84 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 276 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 408 by 2043. The structure is 106 ft (32.3 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Smith River Road over Smith River built?
It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2001.
What condition is Smith River Road over Smith 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does Smith River Road over Smith River carry?
About 276 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Smith River Road over Smith River?
The structure is 106 ft (32.3 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns Smith River Road over Smith River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.