US Bridges

Main RD N over Marsh Stream

Fair

Waldo County, Maine · 2.5 MI N Townline · Structure no. 2883

Built
1927
98 years old, rebuilt 1990
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
213 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
5,810
2016 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Main RD N over Marsh Stream is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Main RD N over Marsh Stream in Waldo County, Maine. It was built in 1927 and reconstructed in 1990, so it is 98 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 5,810 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,134 by 2036. The structure is 213 ft (65 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 75.2 mi (121 km).

Location

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CarriesMain RD N
CrossesMarsh Stream
Location2.5 MI N Townline
RouteState Highway 1
CountyWaldo County
StateMaine
Coordinates44.60939, -68.87338
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating44.6 US tons
Inventory rating34.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length213 ft (65 m)
Longest span39 ft (12 m)
Deck width37 ft (11.3 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,810 (2016)
Projected traffic8,134 by 2036
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed75.2 mi (121 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 RD N over Marsh Stream built?

It was built in 1927, making it 98 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1990.

What condition is Main RD N over Marsh Stream 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does Main RD N over Marsh Stream carry?

About 5,810 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Main RD N over Marsh Stream?

The structure is 213 ft (65 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (12 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.

Who owns Main RD N over Marsh Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.