Atlantic HWY over St. George River
FairKnox County, Maine · 4 Mi. E. of Rte. 90 · Structure no. 2786
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 256 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,570
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Atlantic HWY over St. George River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Atlantic HWY over St. George River in Knox County, Maine. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger 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 8,570 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,998 by 2036. The structure is 256 ft (78 m) long and 48 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.1 mi (34 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Atlantic HWY over St. George River built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.
What condition is Atlantic HWY over St. George River 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Atlantic HWY over St. George River carry?
About 8,570 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Atlantic HWY over St. George River?
The structure is 256 ft (78 m) long with a longest span of 125 ft (38.1 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns Atlantic HWY over St. George River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.