US 3 over Merrimack River

Fair Condition28 years old26,707 vehicles/day

Location

StateNew Hampshire
CountyMerrimack
Location0.1 Mi East Jct I-93
CarriesUS 3
CrossesMerrimack River
Coordinates43.19317, -71.52356

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length696.9 ft (212.4 m)
Max Span149.9 ft (45.7 m)
Deck Width95.1 ft (29 m)
Deck Area6159.6 sq m
Main Spans5
Year Built1998

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic26,707 (2023)
Truck Traffic5%
Lanes On Bridge4

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection723
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCity/Municipal Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number005201850010400

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