Canaan gristmill hill road over indian river bridge rehabilitation/replacement; gristmill hill road over indian river-BR. #172/070 PD

Federal Grant Award Summary

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) awarded $300,000 to the New Hampshire Department of Transportation under the Highway Planning and Construction program (CFDA 20.205) on August 1, 2025, for the rehabilitation or replacement of the Gristmill Hill Road over Indian River Bridge (Bridge #172/070) located in Canaan, New Hampshire. This formula grant funds critical bridge infrastructure improvements on public roads within the state, consistent with the FHWA's mandate to assist states in constructing, preserving, and improving highways and related transportation infrastructure authorized under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.

The New Hampshire Department of Transportation, as the prime recipient, sub-awarded the project to the Town of Canaan for implementation of the bridge rehabilitation or replacement work. The project represents a standard Highway Planning and Construction program application, whereby state departments of transportation coordinate with local governments to prioritize and execute transportation infrastructure improvements based on identified needs and available federal apportionments. Upon completion, the project will restore or replace the bridge structure to enhance safety, functionality, and durability of the transportation network serving the local community.