US Bridges

Main ST over Little Androscog River

Good

Oxford County, Maine · 0.7 MI Sly of Norway Tl · Structure no. 2461

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
187 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
14,489
2016 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Main ST over Little Androscog River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Main ST over Little Androscog River in Oxford County, Maine. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 years old, younger than the Maine average of 53.7 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 14,489 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,285 by 2036. The structure is 187 ft (57 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.1 mi (63 km).

CarriesMain ST
CrossesLittle Androscog River
Location0.7 MI Sly of Norway Tl
RouteState Highway 26
StateMaine
Coordinates44.18798, -70.51999
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating63.9 US tons
Inventory rating49.3 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length187 ft (57 m)
Longest span93 ft (28.2 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.2 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,489 (2016)
Projected traffic20,285 by 2036
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed39.1 mi (63 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Main ST over Little Androscog River built?

It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.

What condition is Main ST over Little Androscog River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.

How much traffic does Main ST over Little Androscog River carry?

About 14,489 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Main ST over Little Androscog River?

The structure is 187 ft (57 m) long with a longest span of 93 ft (28.2 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns Main ST over Little Androscog River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.