I-89 SB over Contoocook River

Fair Condition67 years old11,574 vehicles/day

Location

StateNew Hampshire
CountyMerrimack
Location1.2 Mi N.w. Jct RT 127
CarriesI-89 SB
CrossesContoocook River
Coordinates43.21745, -71.72242

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 Length242.1 ft (73.8 m)
Max Span89.9 ft (27.4 m)
Deck Width47.9 ft (14.6 m)
Deck Area1077.5 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1959 (reconstructed 1991)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic11,574 (2023)
Truck Traffic9%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection524
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number012900920013800

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