Washington RD over Medomak River
FairLincoln County, Maine · 1 MI N of Old Augusta RD · Structure no. 6159
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 80 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,610
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Washington RD over Medomak River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Washington RD over Medomak River in Lincoln County, Maine. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 1,610 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,415 by 2036. The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 km).
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Washington RD over Medomak River built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is Washington 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does Washington RD over Medomak River carry?
About 1,610 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Washington RD over Medomak River?
The structure is 80 ft (24.4 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns Washington RD over Medomak River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.