US Bridges

Lawrence RD over E Branch Chandler River

Good

Cumberland County, Maine · .4 MI N RTE 9 · Structure no. 0200

Built
1999
26 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
71 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
632
2016 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Lawrence RD over E Branch Chandler River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Lawrence RD over E Branch Chandler River in Cumberland County, Maine. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 years old, younger than the Maine average of 53.7 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 632 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,011 by 2036. The structure is 71 ft (21.6 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesLawrence RD
CrossesE Branch Chandler River
Location.4 MI N RTE 9
RouteCity Street 0
StateMaine
Coordinates43.87283, -70.21447
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating85.3 US tons
Inventory rating65.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length71 ft (21.6 m)
Longest span69 ft (21 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.1 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic632 (2016)
Projected traffic1,011 by 2036
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
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 Lawrence RD over E Branch Chandler River built?

It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.

What condition is Lawrence RD over E Branch Chandler River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.

How much traffic does Lawrence RD over E Branch Chandler River carry?

About 632 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Lawrence RD over E Branch Chandler River?

The structure is 71 ft (21.6 m) long with a longest span of 69 ft (21 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns Lawrence RD over E Branch Chandler River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.