Burnham Hill RD over Sheepscot River
PoorWaldo County, Maine · 0.9 MI W Herb Jackson RD · Structure no. 2830
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 20 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 171
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Burnham Hill RD over Sheepscot River is a steel culvert carrying Burnham Hill RD over Sheepscot River in Waldo County, Maine. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 years old, older than the Maine average of 53.7 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 171 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 274 by 2036. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Burnham Hill RD over Sheepscot River built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is Burnham Hill RD over Sheepscot River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.
How much traffic does Burnham Hill RD over Sheepscot River carry?
About 171 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Burnham Hill RD over Sheepscot River?
The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).
Who owns Burnham Hill RD over Sheepscot River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.