Main ST over Cross Cove
PoorWashington County, Maine · .1 MI E Town · Structure no. 2207
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 59 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,861
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Main ST over Cross Cove is a concrete tee beam carrying Main ST over Cross Cove in Washington County, Maine. It was built in 1936, so it is 89 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 2,861 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,005 by 2036. The structure is 59 ft (18.1 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.9 mi (40 km).
Location
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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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Main ST over Cross Cove built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025.
What condition is Main ST over Cross Cove 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does Main ST over Cross Cove carry?
About 2,861 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Main ST over Cross Cove?
The structure is 59 ft (18.1 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns Main ST over Cross Cove?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.