US Bridges

State ST over Presque Isle Stream

Fair

Aroostook County, Maine · 0.2 MI Wly of JCT US1 · Structure no. 3550

Built
1979
46 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
185 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
8,853
2016 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

State ST over Presque Isle Stream is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying State ST over Presque Isle Stream in Aroostook County, Maine. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 years old, younger than the Maine average of 53.7 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 8,853 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,394 by 2036. The structure is 185 ft (56.5 m) long and 57 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesState ST
CrossesPresque Isle Stream
Location0.2 MI Wly of JCT US1
RouteState Highway 0
CountyAroostook County
StateMaine
Coordinates46.68144, -68.0175
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.4 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length185 ft (56.5 m)
Longest span91 ft (27.8 m)
Deck width57 ft (17.4 m)
Roadway width50 ft (15.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,853 (2016)
Projected traffic12,394 by 2036
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was State ST over Presque Isle Stream built?

It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.

What condition is State ST over Presque Isle Stream in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in May 2024.

How much traffic does State ST over Presque Isle Stream carry?

About 8,853 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is State ST over Presque Isle Stream?

The structure is 185 ft (56.5 m) long with a longest span of 91 ft (27.8 m) and a deck 57 ft wide.

Who owns State ST over Presque Isle Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.