US Bridges

Main ST over Abagabassett River

Good

Sagadahoc County, Maine · 1.3 MI Ely of I-295 · Structure no. 2002

Built
1976
49 years old, rebuilt 2004
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
29 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,320
2016 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Main ST over Abagabassett River is a steel culvert carrying Main ST over Abagabassett River in Sagadahoc County, Maine. It was built in 1976 and reconstructed in 2004, so it is 49 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 4,320 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,048 by 2036. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

CarriesMain ST
CrossesAbagabassett River
Location1.3 MI Ely of I-295
RouteState Highway 197
StateMaine
Coordinates44.09524, -69.84461
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating106.8 US tons
Inventory rating71.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span13 ft (3.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,320 (2016)
Projected traffic6,048 by 2036
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Main ST over Abagabassett River built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2004.

What condition is Main ST over Abagabassett 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Main ST over Abagabassett River carry?

About 4,320 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Main ST over Abagabassett River?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m).

Who owns Main ST over Abagabassett River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.