US 1 over B & a RR
FairAroostook County, Maine · 0.3 MI S of JCT RTE 161 · Structure no. 6255
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old, rebuilt 1992
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 436 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,810
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 1 over B & a RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 1 over B & a RR in Aroostook County, Maine. It was built in 1971 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 54 years old, older 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 6 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 6,810 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,534 by 2036. The structure is 436 ft (132.9 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 100 mi (161 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 1 over B & a RR built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.
What condition is US 1 over B & a RR 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does US 1 over B & a RR carry?
About 6,810 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US 1 over B & a RR?
The structure is 436 ft (132.9 m) long with a longest span of 172 ft (52.4 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns US 1 over B & a RR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.