US Bridges

US202 Nh 11 over NH125

Good

Strafford County, New Hampshire · Nh 16 Interchange · Structure no. 022200930011000

Built
1957
68 years old, rebuilt 1995
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
146 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
16,502
2023 count
Owner
Toll Authority
State Toll Authority

About this bridge

US202 Nh 11 over NH125 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US202 Nh 11 over NH125 in Strafford County, New Hampshire. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 1995, so it is 68 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 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 16,502 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,422 by 2043. The structure is 146 ft (44.5 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesUS202 Nh 11
CrossesNH125
LocationNh 16 Interchange
RouteU.S. Route 202
Coordinates43.33008, -70.97483
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating81 US tons
Inventory rating49.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length146 ft (44.5 m)
Longest span56 ft (17.1 m)
Deck width36 ft (10.9 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic16,502 (2023)
Projected traffic24,422 by 2043
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Toll Authority
Maintained byState Toll Authority
Historic statusPossibly eligible for the National Register; requires further investigation
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 US202 Nh 11 over NH125 built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1995.

What condition is US202 Nh 11 over NH125 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does US202 Nh 11 over NH125 carry?

About 16,502 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US202 Nh 11 over NH125?

The structure is 146 ft (44.5 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17.1 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns US202 Nh 11 over NH125?

It is owned by the State Toll Authority.