Clothespin Br Road over Blackwater River

Poor Condition72 years old457 vehicles/day

Location

StateNew Hampshire
CountyMerrimack
Location0.88mi Nh127
CarriesClothespin Br Road
CrossesBlackwater River
Coordinates43.30170, -71.69843

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck2 (Critical)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure4 (Poor)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length73.2 ft (22.3 m)
Max Span65.0 ft (19.8 m)
Deck Width20.7 ft (6.3 m)
Deck Area140.5 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1954

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic457 (2023)
Truck Traffic4%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionNovember 2024
Inspection FrequencyEvery 16 months
OwnerCity/Municipal Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is possibly eligible (requires evaluation)
Structure Number026801210010300

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