Route 1 over Penobscot River(s Chan)
GoodWaldo County, Maine · County Line · Structure no. 6421
- Built
- 2007
- 18 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Stayed Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 2,126 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,292
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 1 over Penobscot River(s Chan) is a prestressed concrete continuous stayed girder carrying Route 1 over Penobscot River(s Chan) in Waldo County, Maine. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 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 4,292 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,009 by 2036. The structure is 2,126 ft (648 m) long and 57 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 75.2 mi (121 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Route 1 over Penobscot River(s Chan) built?
It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.
What condition is Route 1 over Penobscot River(s Chan) 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does Route 1 over Penobscot River(s Chan) carry?
About 4,292 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Route 1 over Penobscot River(s Chan)?
The structure is 2,126 ft (648 m) long with a longest span of 1,161 ft (353.9 m) and a deck 57 ft wide.
Who owns Route 1 over Penobscot River(s Chan)?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.