NH127 over Blackwater River
PoorMerrimack County, New Hampshire · 4.8 MI from Warner Tl · Structure no. 026800990012300
- Built
- 1941
- 84 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Frame
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 166 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,472
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
NH127 over Blackwater River is a concrete continuous frame carrying NH127 over Blackwater River in Merrimack County, New Hampshire. It was built in 1941, 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 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 1,472 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,178 by 2043. The structure is 166 ft (50.6 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was NH127 over Blackwater River built?
It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025.
What condition is NH127 over Blackwater 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 NH127 over Blackwater River carry?
About 1,472 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is NH127 over Blackwater River?
The structure is 166 ft (50.6 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns NH127 over Blackwater River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.