US Bridges

Nh 87 over Lamprey River Overflow

Good

Rockingham County, New Hampshire · 1.25 MI SE JCT Nh 125 · Structure no. 007801500006900

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,689
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nh 87 over Lamprey River Overflow is a concrete culvert carrying Nh 87 over Lamprey River Overflow in Rockingham County, New Hampshire. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 2,689 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,979 by 2043. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesNh 87
CrossesLamprey River Overflow
Location1.25 MI SE JCT Nh 125
RouteState Highway 87
Coordinates43.04952, -71.03227
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating89.9 US tons
Inventory rating54 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length26 ft (7.8 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,689 (2023)
Projected traffic3,979 by 2043
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$314,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nh 87 over Lamprey River Overflow built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nh 87 over Lamprey River Overflow 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does Nh 87 over Lamprey River Overflow carry?

About 2,689 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Nh 87 over Lamprey River Overflow?

The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m).

Who owns Nh 87 over Lamprey River Overflow?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.