US 4 over Merrimack River

Good Condition21 years old15,071 vehicles/day

Location

StateNew Hampshire
CountyMerrimack
LocationCanterbury T.l.
CarriesUS 4
CrossesMerrimack River
Coordinates43.28986, -71.58795

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck8 (Very Good)
Superstructure8 (Very Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length592.8 ft (180.7 m)
Max Span129.9 ft (39.6 m)
Deck Width56.1 ft (17.1 m)
Deck Area3090.0 sq m
Main Spans4
Year Built2005

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic15,071 (2023)
Truck Traffic5%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection723
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number002601420003800

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