Shepard Hill RD over Medomak River
FairPosted for loadKnox County, Maine · Union-Washington Tl · Structure no. 6046
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 474
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Shepard Hill RD over Medomak River is a concrete culvert carrying Shepard Hill RD over Medomak River in Knox County, Maine. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 474 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 758 by 2036. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Shepard Hill RD over Medomak River built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is Shepard Hill RD over Medomak 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Shepard Hill RD over Medomak River carry?
About 474 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Shepard Hill RD over Medomak River?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m).
Who owns Shepard Hill RD over Medomak River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.