US 1 NB over New Meadows River
FairCumberland County, Maine · Brunswick-W.Bath Tl · Structure no. 6146
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 83 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 16,567
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 1 NB over New Meadows River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 1 NB over New Meadows River in Cumberland County, Maine. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 16,567 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,194 by 2036. The structure is 83 ft (25.3 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 1 NB over New Meadows River built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 1 NB over New Meadows 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does US 1 NB over New Meadows River carry?
About 16,567 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US 1 NB over New Meadows River?
The structure is 83 ft (25.3 m) long with a longest span of 78 ft (23.8 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns US 1 NB over New Meadows River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.