North ST over Meduxnekeag River
PoorAroostook County, Maine · 100FT NW of JCT US 2A · Structure no. 2629
- Built
- 1944
- 81 years old, rebuilt 1983
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Frame
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 240 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,721
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
North ST over Meduxnekeag River is a concrete continuous frame carrying North ST over Meduxnekeag River in Aroostook County, Maine. It was built in 1944 and reconstructed in 1983, so it is 81 years old, older than the Maine average of 53.7 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 13,721 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,209 by 2036. The structure is 240 ft (73 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was North ST over Meduxnekeag River built?
It was built in 1944, making it 81 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1983.
What condition is North ST over Meduxnekeag River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.
How much traffic does North ST over Meduxnekeag River carry?
About 13,721 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is North ST over Meduxnekeag River?
The structure is 240 ft (73 m) long with a longest span of 129 ft (39.3 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns North ST over Meduxnekeag River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.