Boston Post Road over Souhegan River

Fair Condition49 years old4,409 vehicles/day

Location

StateNew Hampshire
CountyHillsborough
Location1.9 Mi Merrimack Tl
CarriesBoston Post Road
CrossesSouhegan River
Coordinates42.82725, -71.58524

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length87.9 ft (26.8 m)
Max Span83.0 ft (25.3 m)
Deck Width30.8 ft (9.4 m)
Deck Area251.9 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1977

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic4,409 (2023)
Truck Traffic4%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection623
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCity/Municipal Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is possibly eligible (requires evaluation)
Structure Number000701930013000

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