Lewis Hill RD over Dead River
FairSagadahoc County, Maine · 0.1 MI E Dead River RD · Structure no. 0980
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 252
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Lewis Hill RD over Dead River is a steel culvert carrying Lewis Hill RD over Dead River in Sagadahoc County, Maine. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 252 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 403 by 2036. The structure is 21 ft (6.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Lewis Hill RD over Dead River built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is Lewis Hill RD over Dead 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does Lewis Hill RD over Dead River carry?
About 252 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Lewis Hill RD over Dead River?
The structure is 21 ft (6.5 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.8 m).
Who owns Lewis Hill RD over Dead River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.