Swan Lake Av over Goose River
PoorWaldo County, Maine · .8 MI N US 1 · Structure no. 5263
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 4,806
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Swan Lake Av over Goose River is a concrete slab carrying Swan Lake Av over Goose River in Waldo County, Maine. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 4,806 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,728 by 2036. The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Swan Lake Av over Goose River built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is Swan Lake Av over Goose 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 Swan Lake Av over Goose River carry?
About 4,806 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Swan Lake Av over Goose River?
The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long with a longest span of 28 ft (8.4 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns Swan Lake Av over Goose River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.