US Bridges

US 4 WB over SP Tpk Nh 16

Good

Strafford County, New Hampshire · 0.4 MI JCT US 4 · Structure no. 006501820003600

Built
2020
5 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
194 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
14,360
2023 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

US 4 WB over SP Tpk Nh 16 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 4 WB over SP Tpk Nh 16 in Strafford County, New Hampshire. It was built in 2020, so it is 5 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 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 14,360 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,252 by 2043. The structure is 194 ft (59.1 m) long and 93 ft wide.

CarriesUS 4 WB
CrossesSP Tpk Nh 16
Location0.4 MI JCT US 4
RouteU.S. Route 4
Coordinates43.13071, -70.83878
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating89.6 US tons
Inventory rating69.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2 (+2 approach)
Design loadHL 93
Structure length194 ft (59.1 m)
Longest span96 ft (29.3 m)
Deck width93 ft (28.3 m)
Roadway width89 ft (27.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,360 (2023)
Projected traffic21,252 by 2043
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
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)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 4 WB over SP Tpk Nh 16 built?

It was built in 2020, making it 5 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 4 WB over SP Tpk Nh 16 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 WB over SP Tpk Nh 16 carry?

About 14,360 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is US 4 WB over SP Tpk Nh 16?

The structure is 194 ft (59.1 m) long with a longest span of 96 ft (29.3 m) and a deck 93 ft wide.

Who owns US 4 WB over SP Tpk Nh 16?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.