US Bridges

Nh 10 over S Branch Sugar River

Good

Sullivan County, New Hampshire · 0.6 MI from Lempster Tl · Structure no. 009800830009600

Built
1928
97 years old, rebuilt 2004
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
33 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,915
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nh 10 over S Branch Sugar River is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Nh 10 over S Branch Sugar River in Sullivan County, New Hampshire. It was built in 1928 and reconstructed in 2004, so it is 97 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 1,915 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,834 by 2043. The structure is 33 ft (10.2 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesNh 10
CrossesS Branch Sugar River
Location0.6 MI from Lempster Tl
RouteState Highway 10
Coordinates43.28716, -72.14749
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating69 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length33 ft (10.2 m)
Longest span31 ft (9.6 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.8 m)
Roadway width31 ft (9.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,915 (2023)
Projected traffic2,834 by 2043
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
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)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nh 10 over S Branch Sugar River built?

It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2004.

What condition is Nh 10 over S Branch Sugar 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Nh 10 over S Branch Sugar River carry?

About 1,915 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is Nh 10 over S Branch Sugar River?

The structure is 33 ft (10.2 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.6 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns Nh 10 over S Branch Sugar River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.