US 3 over Gale River

Good Condition36 years old4,876 vehicles/day

Location

StateNew Hampshire
CountyGrafton
Location2.0 Mi From Franconia Tl
CarriesUS 3
CrossesGale River
Coordinates44.24376, -71.63825

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure8 (Very Good)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length75.1 ft (22.9 m)
Max Span69.9 ft (21.3 m)
Deck Width46.9 ft (14.3 m)
Deck Area327.5 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1990

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic4,876 (2023)
Truck Traffic7%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection324
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number002401670017400

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