Lawrence Road over Blackwater River

Fair Condition96 years old501 vehicles/day

Location

StateNew Hampshire
CountyMerrimack
Location0.3 Mi Nh 11
CarriesLawrence Road
CrossesBlackwater River
Coordinates43.43245, -71.82096

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length58.1 ft (17.7 m)
Max Span47.9 ft (14.6 m)
Deck Width20.0 ft (6.1 m)
Deck Area108.0 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1930 (reconstructed 1972)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic501 (2023)
Truck Traffic4%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionOctober 2024
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCity/Municipal Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is possibly eligible (requires evaluation)
Structure Number000800980009300

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