Wales Bridge Road over Soucook River
PoorMerrimack County, New Hampshire · 1.3 MI from Concord Tl · Structure no. 015500540006500
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Frame
- Concrete
- Length
- 146 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 372
- 2023 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Wales Bridge Road over Soucook River is a concrete frame carrying Wales Bridge Road over Soucook River in Merrimack County, New Hampshire. It was built in 1934, so it is 91 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 372 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 550 by 2043. The structure is 146 ft (44.5 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 Wales Bridge Road over Soucook River built?
It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025.
What condition is Wales Bridge Road over Soucook River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in November 2024.
How much traffic does Wales Bridge Road over Soucook River carry?
About 372 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Wales Bridge Road over Soucook River?
The structure is 146 ft (44.5 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17.1 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.
Who owns Wales Bridge Road over Soucook River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.