Covered Bridge over Piscataquis River
FairPosted for loadPiscataquis County, Maine · 100 Ft S of RTE 6 15 &16 · Structure no. 1008
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Truss - Thru
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 153 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 31
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Covered Bridge over Piscataquis River is a wood or timber truss - thru carrying Covered Bridge over Piscataquis River in Piscataquis County, Maine. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 31 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 50 by 2036. The structure is 153 ft (46.7 m) long and 19 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 100 mi (161 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 Covered Bridge over Piscataquis River built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is Covered Bridge over Piscataquis 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Covered Bridge over Piscataquis River carry?
About 31 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Covered Bridge over Piscataquis River?
The structure is 153 ft (46.7 m) long with a longest span of 130 ft (39.6 m) and a deck 19 ft wide.
Who owns Covered Bridge over Piscataquis River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.