US Bridges

Maine Route 3 over One-Way Loop Road near S

Fair

Hancock County, Maine · 2.8 Miles East of NPS Rou · Structure no. 1700006P0000000

Built
1940
85 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Frame
Concrete
Length
40 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,214
2022 count
Owner
Federal
National Park Service

About this bridge

Maine Route 3 over One-Way Loop Road near S is a concrete frame carrying Maine Route 3 over One-Way Loop Road near S in Hancock County, Maine. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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 1,214 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,457 by 2042. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesMaine Route 3
CrossesOne-Way Loop Road near S
Location2.8 Miles East of NPS Rou
RouteFederal Lands Road 10030
CountyHancock County
StateMaine
Coordinates44.36142, -68.20342
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating61 US tons
Inventory rating37 US tons

Structure

Structure typeFrame
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadH 15
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.2 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,214 (2022)
Projected traffic1,457 by 2042
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerNational Park Service
Maintained byNational Park Service
Historic statusEligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$90,000 (2022 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Maine Route 3 over One-Way Loop Road near S built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.

What condition is Maine Route 3 over One-Way Loop Road near S 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Maine Route 3 over One-Way Loop Road near S carry?

About 1,214 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Maine Route 3 over One-Way Loop Road near S?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns Maine Route 3 over One-Way Loop Road near S?

It is owned by the National Park Service.