Birches RD over Passagassawaukeag River
GoodWaldo County, Maine · 0.9 MI NW JCT RTE 137 · Structure no. 5585
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old, rebuilt 2017
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 402
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Birches RD over Passagassawaukeag River is a steel culvert carrying Birches RD over Passagassawaukeag River in Waldo County, Maine. It was built in 1955 and reconstructed in 2017, so it is 70 years old, older 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 402 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 643 by 2036. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Birches RD over Passagassawaukeag River built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2017.
What condition is Birches RD over Passagassawaukeag 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Birches RD over Passagassawaukeag River carry?
About 402 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Birches RD over Passagassawaukeag River?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns Birches RD over Passagassawaukeag River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.