US Bridges

Hudson RD over Pushaw Stream

Fair

Penobscot County, Maine · 1.7 MI SW of Hudson · Structure no. 3935

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
113 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,394
2016 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Hudson RD over Pushaw Stream is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Hudson RD over Pushaw Stream 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 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 1,394 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,091 by 2036. The structure is 113 ft (34.4 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 km).

Location

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CarriesHudson RD
CrossesPushaw Stream
Location1.7 MI SW of Hudson
RouteCounty Highway 43
CountyPenobscot County
StateMaine
Coordinates44.98536, -68.79297
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating63.9 US tons
Inventory rating49.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length113 ft (34.4 m)
Longest span37 ft (11.2 m)
Deck width37 ft (11.2 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,394 (2016)
Projected traffic2,091 by 2036
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed21.7 mi (35 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 Hudson RD over Pushaw Stream built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is Hudson RD over Pushaw Stream 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Hudson RD over Pushaw Stream carry?

About 1,394 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Hudson RD over Pushaw Stream?

The structure is 113 ft (34.4 m) long with a longest span of 37 ft (11.2 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.

Who owns Hudson RD over Pushaw Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.