Beachwood ST over Oyster River
FairKnox County, Maine · 1.2 MI S of JCT RTE 90 · Structure no. 6232
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,255
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Beachwood ST over Oyster River is a concrete culvert carrying Beachwood ST over Oyster River in Knox County, Maine. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 1,255 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,883 by 2036. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Beachwood ST over Oyster River built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is Beachwood ST over Oyster 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does Beachwood ST over Oyster River carry?
About 1,255 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Beachwood ST over Oyster River?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7 m).
Who owns Beachwood ST over Oyster River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.