Norway RD over Woodsum River
PoorCumberland County, Maine · 100 N JCT Maple Ridge RD · Structure no. 2997
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 39 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,606
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Norway RD over Woodsum River is a steel culvert carrying Norway RD over Woodsum River in Cumberland 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 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 3,606 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,048 by 2036. The structure is 39 ft (11.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 47.8 mi (77 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Norway RD over Woodsum River built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is Norway RD over Woodsum 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Norway RD over Woodsum River carry?
About 3,606 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Norway RD over Woodsum River?
The structure is 39 ft (11.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.4 m).
Who owns Norway RD over Woodsum River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.