Old Route 3a over Smith River

Good Condition100 years old50 vehicles/day

Location

StateNew Hampshire
CountyGrafton
Location3.54 Km S Of Bristol
CarriesOld Route 3a
CrossesSmith River
Coordinates43.56787, -71.73162

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignBox Beam - Multiple
Total Length45.6 ft (13.9 m)
Max Span44.0 ft (13.4 m)
Deck Width27.9 ft (8.5 m)
Deck Area118.2 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1926 (reconstructed 1998)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic50 (2023)
Truck Traffic1%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection623
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCorps of Engineers
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure NumberCEPNEDNH3310008

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