Sandy Shores RD over Back River
GoodKnox County, Maine · 1 MI W Rt 1 · Structure no. 0591
- Built
- 2019
- 6 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 176
- 2016 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
Sandy Shores RD over Back River is a concrete culvert carrying Sandy Shores RD over Back River in Knox County, Maine. It was built in 2019, so it is 6 years old, younger 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 176 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 282 by 2036. The structure is 29 ft (8.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 100 mi (161 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Sandy Shores RD over Back River built?
It was built in 2019, making it 6 years old in 2025.
What condition is Sandy Shores RD over Back River 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does Sandy Shores RD over Back River carry?
About 176 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Sandy Shores RD over Back River?
The structure is 29 ft (8.9 m) long with a longest span of 27 ft (8.2 m).
Who owns Sandy Shores RD over Back River?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.