River RD over West Br Cathance River
FairSagadahoc County, Maine · 0.3 MI Ely of JCT RTE 12 · Structure no. 2974
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,243
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
River RD over West Br Cathance River is a concrete tee beam carrying River RD over West Br Cathance River in Sagadahoc County, Maine. It was built in 1934, so it is 91 years old, older 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 2,243 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,140 by 2036. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was River RD over West Br Cathance River built?
It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025.
What condition is River RD over West Br Cathance 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does River RD over West Br Cathance River carry?
About 2,243 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is River RD over West Br Cathance River?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 27 ft (8.2 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns River RD over West Br Cathance River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.