US Bridges

Main ST over Presumpscot River

Good

Cumberland County, Maine · 0.4 MI N of JCT RTE 237 · Structure no. 2787

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
167 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
7,591
2016 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Main ST over Presumpscot River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Main ST over Presumpscot River in Cumberland County, Maine. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 7,591 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,627 by 2036. The structure is 167 ft (50.8 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 km).

CarriesMain ST
CrossesPresumpscot River
Location0.4 MI N of JCT RTE 237
RouteState Highway 202
StateMaine
Coordinates43.73411, -70.42581
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
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 rating60 US tons
Inventory rating46.4 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadGreater than HL 93
Structure length167 ft (50.8 m)
Longest span82 ft (25 m)
Deck width48 ft (14.7 m)
Roadway width31 ft (9.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,591 (2016)
Projected traffic10,627 by 2036
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.8 mi (27 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—
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was Main ST over Presumpscot River built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is Main ST over Presumpscot 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Main ST over Presumpscot River carry?

About 7,591 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Main ST over Presumpscot River?

The structure is 167 ft (50.8 m) long with a longest span of 82 ft (25 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.

Who owns Main ST over Presumpscot River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.