US 4 over Bellamy River
GoodStrafford County, New Hampshire · 0.1 MI from JCT RTE 16 · Structure no. 006501740003400
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 1,139 ft
- 13 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 19,707
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 4 over Bellamy River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 4 over Bellamy River in Strafford County, New Hampshire. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 19,707 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 29,166 by 2043. The structure is 1,139 ft (347.1 m) long and 67 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 US 4 over Bellamy River built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 4 over Bellamy 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does US 4 over Bellamy River carry?
About 19,707 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is US 4 over Bellamy River?
The structure is 1,139 ft (347.1 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 67 ft wide.
Who owns US 4 over Bellamy River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.