Howe Hill RD over Alder River
PoorOxford County, Maine · 200 Ft S of JCT RTE 26 · Structure no. 0679
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 20 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 991
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Howe Hill RD over Alder River is a steel culvert carrying Howe Hill RD over Alder River in Oxford County, Maine. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 years old, younger than the Maine average of 53.7 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 991 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,586 by 2036. The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long.
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Howe Hill RD over Alder River built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is Howe Hill RD over Alder River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.
How much traffic does Howe Hill RD over Alder River carry?
About 991 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Howe Hill RD over Alder River?
The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.2 m).
Who owns Howe Hill RD over Alder River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.