Bridgton RD over Bear River
FairCumberland County, Maine · .2 MI W 35 · Structure no. 6121
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old, rebuilt 1994
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 85 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,888
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bridgton RD over Bear River is a concrete slab carrying Bridgton RD over Bear River in Cumberland County, Maine. It was built in 1965 and reconstructed in 1994, so it is 60 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 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 3,888 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,443 by 2036. The structure is 85 ft (25.8 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.1 mi (79 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bridgton RD over Bear River built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1994.
What condition is Bridgton RD over Bear River 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does Bridgton RD over Bear River carry?
About 3,888 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Bridgton RD over Bear River?
The structure is 85 ft (25.8 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns Bridgton RD over Bear River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.