Maine Route 233 over Hulls Cove Road
FairHancock County, Maine · 0.8 Miles South of Breakn · Structure no. 1700012P0000000
- Built
- 1928
- 97 years old, rebuilt 1975
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 12,768
- 2022 count
- Owner
- Federal
- National Park Service
About this bridge
Maine Route 233 over Hulls Cove Road is a concrete arch - deck carrying Maine Route 233 over Hulls Cove Road in Hancock County, Maine. It was built in 1928 and reconstructed in 1975, 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 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 12,768 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,000 by 2042. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Maine Route 233 over Hulls Cove Road built?
It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1975.
What condition is Maine Route 233 over Hulls Cove Road 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 233 over Hulls Cove Road carry?
About 12,768 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Maine Route 233 over Hulls Cove Road?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns Maine Route 233 over Hulls Cove Road?
It is owned by the National Park Service.