US Bridges

Herrick RD over Little River

Good

Waldo County, Maine · 0.1 Mi. S. Jct. Congress · Structure no. 5143

Built
2010
15 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
48 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
1,009
2016 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Herrick RD over Little River is a concrete culvert carrying Herrick RD over Little River in Waldo County, Maine. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 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 1,009 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,514 by 2036. The structure is 48 ft (14.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesHerrick RD
CrossesLittle River
Location0.1 Mi. S. Jct. Congress
RouteCity Street 0
StateMaine
Coordinates44.39873, -69.00366
Functional classRural Local

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating53.6 US tons
Inventory rating41.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadGreater than HL 93
Structure length48 ft (14.5 m)
Longest span48 ft (14.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,009 (2016)
Projected traffic1,514 by 2036
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 Herrick RD over Little River built?

It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.

What condition is Herrick RD over Little 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Herrick RD over Little River carry?

About 1,009 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Herrick RD over Little River?

The structure is 48 ft (14.5 m) long with a longest span of 48 ft (14.5 m).

Who owns Herrick RD over Little River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.