Dead River RD over Dead River
GoodSagadahoc County, Maine · 2.8 Mi. W. RTE 197 · Structure no. 0978
- Built
- 2008
- 17 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
- Length
- 24 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 347
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Dead River RD over Dead River is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying Dead River RD over Dead River in Sagadahoc County, Maine. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 347 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 555 by 2036. The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Dead River RD over Dead River built?
It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.
What condition is Dead River RD over Dead 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 Dead River RD over Dead River carry?
About 347 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Dead River RD over Dead River?
The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.2 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.
Who owns Dead River RD over Dead River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.