Salem RD over Sandy River
PoorFranklin County, Maine · 1.0 MI Nly JCT RTE 149 · Structure no. 5064
- Built
- 1928
- 97 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 140 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,008
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Salem RD over Sandy River is a concrete arch - deck carrying Salem RD over Sandy River in Franklin County, Maine. It was built in 1928, so it is 97 years old, older 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 1,008 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,512 by 2036. The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.1 mi (42 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Salem RD over Sandy River built?
It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025.
What condition is Salem RD over Sandy 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 2023.
How much traffic does Salem RD over Sandy River carry?
About 1,008 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Salem RD over Sandy River?
The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long with a longest span of 110 ft (33.5 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns Salem RD over Sandy River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.