W. Salisbury Road over Blackwater River
GoodMerrimack County, New Hampshire · 4.05 MI from Warner Tl · Structure no. 022900910012100
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 90 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 96
- 2023 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
W. Salisbury Road over Blackwater River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying W. Salisbury Road over Blackwater River in Merrimack County, New Hampshire. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 years old, younger 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 96 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 142 by 2043. The structure is 90 ft (27.4 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was W. Salisbury Road over Blackwater River built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is W. Salisbury Road over Blackwater 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does W. Salisbury Road over Blackwater River carry?
About 96 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is W. Salisbury Road over Blackwater River?
The structure is 90 ft (27.4 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns W. Salisbury Road over Blackwater River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.