IRR BIA RTE 201 over Penobscot River
FairPenobscot County, Maine · North of State Route 43 · Structure no. 00000000000S501
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 531 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,800
- 2024 count
- Owner
- Federal
- Bureau of Indian Affairs
About this bridge
IRR BIA RTE 201 over Penobscot River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying IRR BIA RTE 201 over Penobscot River in Penobscot County, Maine. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 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 2,800 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,270 by 2044. The structure is 531 ft (162 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 IRR BIA RTE 201 over Penobscot River built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is IRR BIA RTE 201 over Penobscot 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 IRR BIA RTE 201 over Penobscot River carry?
About 2,800 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is IRR BIA RTE 201 over Penobscot River?
The structure is 531 ft (162 m) long with a longest span of 174 ft (53 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns IRR BIA RTE 201 over Penobscot River?
It is owned by the Bureau of Indian Affairs.