Paradise Hill Road over Maine Route 233
GoodHancock County, Maine · 0.1 Miles North of Cadill · Structure no. 1700020P0000000
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 41 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 3,939
- 2022 count
- Owner
- Federal
- National Park Service
About this bridge
Paradise Hill Road over Maine Route 233 is a concrete arch - deck carrying Paradise Hill Road over Maine Route 233 in Hancock County, Maine. It was built in 1951, so it is 74 years old, older than the Maine average of 53.7 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 3,939 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,727 by 2042. The structure is 41 ft (12.6 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Paradise Hill Road over Maine Route 233 built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025.
What condition is Paradise Hill Road over Maine Route 233 in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.
How much traffic does Paradise Hill Road over Maine Route 233 carry?
About 3,939 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Paradise Hill Road over Maine Route 233?
The structure is 41 ft (12.6 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.6 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns Paradise Hill Road over Maine Route 233?
It is owned by the National Park Service.