US Bridges

Christian Ridge RD over Branch Pd Str.

Fair

Hancock County, Maine · 1.5 MI N Rtes 1/3 · Structure no. 3139

Built
1959
66 years old, rebuilt 2018
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
22 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,727
2016 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Christian Ridge RD over Branch Pd Str. is a steel culvert carrying Christian Ridge RD over Branch Pd Str. in Hancock County, Maine. It was built in 1959 and reconstructed in 2018, so it is 66 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 1,727 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,591 by 2036. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesChristian Ridge RD
CrossesBranch Pd Str.
Location1.5 MI N Rtes 1/3
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyHancock County
StateMaine
Coordinates44.5561, -68.44987
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; action required to protect exposed foundations
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating106.8 US tons
Inventory rating71.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadH 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,727 (2016)
Projected traffic2,591 by 2036
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Christian Ridge RD over Branch Pd Str. built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2018.

What condition is Christian Ridge RD over Branch Pd Str. 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 2023.

How much traffic does Christian Ridge RD over Branch Pd Str. carry?

About 1,727 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Christian Ridge RD over Branch Pd Str.?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m).

Who owns Christian Ridge RD over Branch Pd Str.?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.